Germany’s Pension Crisis Takes Center Stage on Maybrit Illner This Week

Billions in reforms, soaring costs, and a system on the brink. Can Germany’s pension promises survive the next generation? Experts face off live.

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2025 November 7 . 7:21 AM

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Topic and Guests of the New Issue - Germany’s Pension Crisis Takes Center Stage on Maybrit Illner This Week

Tune in to ZDF on November 6, 2025, at 10:15 PM for the next 'Maybrit Illner' talk show. The main topic will be the future of the German pension system, with a focus on the controversial and expensive aspects of recent reforms. The government's plan to stabilize pensions, expand maternity pensions, and introduce an 'active pension' will be under scrutiny.

The show will delve into the government's plan to keep pension contributions low while ensuring high benefits. The cost of these reforms, which will run into billions, has raised questions about the sustainability of the pension system. Guests include Tim Klüssendorf (SPD General Secretary), Johannes Winkel (Federal Chairman of the Junge Union), Katja Kipping (Paritätischer Wohlfahrtsverband), Lars Feld (Economist), and Julia Friedrichs (Journalist). They will discuss whether pensions can still be saved and how to balance the needs of current and future retirees.

Join Maybrit Illner and her guests as they explore the challenges and potential solutions for the German pension system. The show aims to provide a comprehensive discussion on the future of pensions in Germany.