German Pension Reform Debate
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Bärbel Bas, German Pension Commission
Germany
June 2026
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The pension commission proposed 33 recommendations including ending the 'pension at 63' for long-term insured. The plan includes linking retirement age to life expectancy and introducing a capital-market-based pension pillar. SPD co-chair Bärbel Bas emphasizes the need for consensus but keeps options open for opposition.
- Earlier version 16/21/2026, 6:00:28 AM
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