German Union Proposes Stricter Retirement at 63 Rules, SPD Objects

The German Union (likely CDU/CSU) proposes tightening the 'retirement at 63' scheme by requiring 45 years of actual contributions, excluding credited periods for child-rearing and caregiving. This marks a policy shift that could affect pension eligibility, drawing concern from the SPD. The proposal is part of coalition negotiations, with implications for domestic politics and social policy.