Living like God in France. This view of Germany's neighbor probably has something to do with the country's very generous pension system. This is the second time President Macron dared to reform the pension system – and despite protests, he could go through with it this time.
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For years, Emmanuel Macron has wanted to reform the French pension system and raise the retirement age. The unions are united in their opposition to these plans. The reform is to be presented tomorrow – and could trigger unrest like the Yellow Vests protests in 2018.
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This Wednesday, Chancellor Scholz will travel to Paris in an attempt to improve strained Franco-German relations. However, the causes of the latest spat are not only found in differences in contents. Berlin observers also blame the German government.
By Till Hoppe
