În ce condiții vor crește vârsta de pensionare și stagiul minim de cotizare la pensie? Legea e foarte clară • Newsweek România

The pension law in Romania, effective from September 1, 2024, sets the standard retirement age at 65 for both genders and a minimum contribution period of 15 years. Changes to these rules can occur based on life expectancy trends. If life expectancy increases, the retirement age and contribution periods may rise accordingly. Conversely, if life expectancy declines, no increases will be made. The law also outlines a gradual increase in retirement age for women to match men's by 2035. Other European countries are also raising retirement ages due to aging populations. The situation in Germany, the UK, and Italy reflects similar trends, with pressures on pension systems growing. The upcoming wave of retirees, particularly from the 'decreței' generation, poses challenges for the labor market and pension sustainability.