Amid the social media storm, a contentious issue is reigniting in France: pension reform. A flood of posts, tweets and likes obscures the clarity of the actual decisions. What does the reform really mean and what is myth?
France's pension reform: fact vs. fiction
Despite ongoing protests, the French government made a bold decision this year: gradually increasing retirement age But in the heat of the moment, fact and fiction mix on social media.
Social media and the power of misinformation
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Social media posts claimed that the retirement age was set at 62 for men and 58 for women. These claims spread rapidly, even though they are false, as the AFP reports. But where does this information come from?

The actual reform: a step forward or a step back?
Despite resistance, the government has decided to raise the retirement age to 64 . However, this does not automatically mean that everyone can retire at 64. For a full pension, 43 years of work are required. Anyone who has not worked sufficiently must wait until the age of 67 .
The role of women in the pension system
While social media promotes different retirement ages for men and women, experts like Vincent Touzé confirm that this is not the case. However, women can have certain periods taken into account for the birth of a child, which can change the effective retirement age.
A global look at pension systems
How does France's pension system differ from other countries? A comparison of the statutory retirement ages shows the diversity and complexity of global systems.
Conclusion: A retirement age of 62 for men and 58 for women has not been decided in France. A controversial pension reform envisages an increase to 64 years for men and women by 2030. Many people in France have to work longer to receive full benefits.
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