Candidate's proposal on retirement age

The candidate of the National Rally proposed to bring the retirement age back to 62 or even 60 years as part of a plan to increase the activity rate, which refers to the percentage of the population that is employed or actively seeking employment.

Focus on workforce participation

The proposal aims to boost the number of people in the workforce by reducing the age at which individuals can retire, thereby increasing the overall activity rate and potentially addressing labor shortages.

Reaction from political opponents

Political opponents have criticized the proposal, arguing that lowering the retirement age could place additional strain on the pension system and may not effectively address the underlying issues in the labor market.

Public opinion and debate

Public opinion on the issue remains divided, with some supporting the move to increase workforce participation and others expressing concerns about the feasibility and fairness of the proposal.