Germany’s pension reform stalls as CDU calls for delay and broader approach
Dennis Radtke, head of the Christian Democratic Employees’ Association (CDA), has urged the coalition to delay its pension reform plans. He described the current pension situation as 'completely deadlocked' and called for a more comprehensive approach.
Radtke, who leads the CDU's social wing at the federal level, argued that ensuring pensions above the poverty line and fair intergenerational financing should be addressed together. He suggested that instead of rushing reforms now, the coalition should aim for a comprehensive pension package in 2024.
Radtke's call comes amidst a contentious debate at the Young Union’s Deutschlandtag conference, highlighting the need for careful consideration and consensus-building in pension reform.
Radtke's intervention underscores the complexity of pension reform in Germany. The CDA chair's proposal to postpone and broaden the reform agenda reflects the need for a balanced and sustainable solution that respects the interests of all generations.
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