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Why Germany needs to reform its social security system

Why Germany needs to reform its social security system

Update: 2025-09-18
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Germany’s social security system is under pressure - from rising costs, an aging population, and political deadlock. In this episode, DW’s Michaela Küfner discusses with Prof. Nicola Fuchs-Schündeln (WZB), and DW’s Matthew Moore - whether Germany can still afford its welfare state in the long term and whether Friedrich Merz’s coalition will agree on meaningful reforms.
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Why Germany needs to reform its social security system

Why Germany needs to reform its social security system

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