Vârsta de pensionare trebuie să crească. Experții: Lipsesc 10.000.000.000 euro de la sistemul de pensii • Newsweek România

The pension system in Romania faces a significant deficit of 10 billion euros, prompting experts to suggest raising the retirement age. A recent report from the Fiscal Council indicates that the current retirement age of 65 for men and 62 years and 7 months for women is unsustainable. Comparatively, Italians work longer, and Italy has already increased its retirement age to 67. The report highlights the need for increased labor market participation and gradual adjustments to the retirement age in line with life expectancy to alleviate budgetary pressures. The social insurance budget deficit has reached 52.4 billion lei, with projections indicating a potential stabilization but returning to high levels in subsequent years.