Search


	Podcast:		French connections
	Episode:		Pension conundrum: Why is it so complicated to reform France's retirement system?
	Category:		News & Politics
	Duration:		00:06:32
	Publish Date:		2023-01-05 14:17:49
	Description:		France's pension system is an emotional and divisive issue. Critics say it's an expensive and complex burden for the French economy, while defenders say it's a treasure that needs protecting. Attempts to reform it (and there have been many) have driven a cross-section of French society into the street and ground the country to a halt. President Emmanuel Macron came to power in 2017 with the promise of streamlining the pension system. His initial plan was sidelined by the Covid-19 pandemic but he's determined to push through changes during his second term. Will he manage where others have failed? We take a closer look in this edition of French Connections.
	Total Play:		0