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France's Macron: referendum possible to settle pension reform debate

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Posted on October 21, 2025

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PORTOROZ, Slovenia (Reuters) -French President Emmanuel Macron said on Tuesday a referendum to settle the pension reform debate remains a possibility. That reform, that was rammed through the

Macron Considers Referendum to Resolve Pension Reform Controversy

Pension Reform Debate in France

PORTOROZ, Slovenia (Reuters) -French President Emmanuel Macron said on Tuesday a referendum to settle the pension reform debate remains a possibility.

Background of the Reform

That reform, that was rammed through the Parliament without a vote in 2023, has been suspended last week by Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu in order to win over support from the Socialist Party and thus survive no confidence votes.

Political Reactions and Support

(Reporting by Sudip Kar-Gupta and Inti Landauro; Editing by Benoit Van Overstraeten)

Key Takeaways

  • Macron suggests a referendum to resolve pension reform issues.
  • The reform was pushed through Parliament without a vote.
  • Prime Minister Lecornu suspended the reform to gain support.
  • The Socialist Party's support is crucial for reform survival.
  • Political reactions are mixed regarding the reform process.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is pension reform?
Pension reform refers to changes made to a country's pension system to improve its sustainability, adequacy, and efficiency, often in response to demographic and economic challenges.

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