
Germany· VoerdeGermany debates pension reform, retirement age, and widow's pension
Germany is currently engaged in a debate over pension reform, with discussions focusing on potential changes to the retirement age and the abolition of the widow's pension.
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Debate on pension reform in Germany
First report 9h agoLast update 5h agoSahra Wagenknecht advocates for retirement without deductions for those who have paid into the system for 45 years, opposing current reduction plans.
Three East German CDU state premiers are rebelling against the federal government's planned social reforms, including pension changes.
Economist Martin Werding proposes abolishing the widow's pension, arguing it is outdated and costly, suggesting a pension splitting alternative.
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