Germany’s pension future in doubt as coalition delays key reforms until 2025

Will Germany’s pensions survive beyond 2031? Critics slam the coalition’s vague promises, while a 2025 commission stokes fears of last-minute fixes.

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2025 November 13 . 9:01 AM

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Germany’s pension future in doubt as coalition delays key reforms until 2025

The new coalition agreement has sparked debate, particularly regarding the pension system's future beyond 2031. While the agreement promises to maintain the pension level at 48 percent, it lacks clear details for the period after 2031, leaving room for interpretation and concern.

Chancellor Friedrich Merz has addressed this uncertainty by announcing the establishment of a comprehensive pension reform commission in 2025. This commission will be responsible for making decisions about the pension system's state post-2031. However, the absence of a clear definition in the coalition agreement has raised eyebrows.

Alexander Hoffmann, the head of the CSU’s state parliamentary group, has spoken out on the matter. Despite facing criticism, he maintains his stance on generous retirement provisions. Hoffmann has acknowledged the criticism but stands firm on the need for robust retirement support.

The coalition agreement's lack of clarity on the pension system's outlook beyond 2031 remains a contentious issue. The planned pension reform commission in 2025 aims to address this, but the debate continues, with Alexander Hoffmann advocating for generous retirement provisions despite the criticism.