Austrian ex-central banker proposes life-expectancy-linked pension cuts

Robert Holzmann, former OeNB governor, proposes linking pension calculations to life expectancy, which would reduce future payouts to ensure long-term sustainability. The proposal is a policy recommendation, not enacted law, and faces political opposition. It signals a shift in Austrian pension reform debate toward demographic sustainability.

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