"Bild": Former BA boss Weise to head pension commission - Germany Names New Chair to Lead Critical Pension Reform Commission
Germany has appointed Frank-Jürgen Weise, the former head of the Federal Employment Agency, to lead its new pensions commission. The group will tackle the future of the country’s retirement system, with work set to begin before the end of 2025. Its recommendations are due by mid-2026 and will cover key issues like the retirement age and funding reforms.
The 20-member commission will bring together politicians, academic experts, and specialists in social security. Weise will share leadership as one of two co-chairs, guiding the panel’s efforts to modernise Germany’s pension framework. Among the vice-chairs, Pascal Reddig—head of the CDU/CSU’s youth wing in the Bundestag—will take on a prominent role.
The commission’s findings are expected to influence major changes in how pensions are funded and accessed. With a deadline set for mid-2026, the group’s work will provide a roadmap for reform. The government aims to implement adjustments that ensure stability for future retirees.
