Mixed Reaction to Proposal to Link Retirement Age to Contribution Years - German Pension Reform Sparks Fierce Debate Over Fair Retirement Age
Under the plan, retirement would no longer be tied to a set age but to the total years of contributions. This could delay retirement for university graduates, who often start paying into the system later in life. Economist Jens Südekum, who expanded on the idea, warned it might push back their retirement by years.
The discussion now shifts to the government’s pension commission, where the proposal will face further scrutiny. If adopted, the change would reshape retirement planning for millions, particularly affecting those who enter the workforce later. The debate has already exposed deep divisions over fairness and the future of pensions.
