Government weighs pension de-indexing and tax break removal for seniors

During a televised discussion about the upcoming budget, the economy minister asserted that fiscal responsibility requires contributions from every segment of society, including retirees. Officials are considering two primary levers: removing the automatic inflation adjustment for pensions and eliminating the 10% tax allowance that applies to pension income. Critics have denounced the ideas as an unfair burden on seniors and a sign of inter-generational conflict.

The minister responsible for action and public accounts outlined that both options are on the agenda, and the prime minister has instructed senior officials to develop concrete proposals. The debate has intensified political tensions as opposition parties rally against what they call a “racket” targeting the elderly.