Summary:
Armindo Silva, economist, warns that early retirement harms the Social Security system.
The Green Book for the Sustainability of the Pension System highlights urgent reforms needed.
Current policies primarily fund amicable terminations in companies, not the economy.
Insights from Armindo Silva
Armindo Silva, an economist with extensive experience in the European Commission, has raised concerns about early retirement policies in Portugal. Returning to his home country, he has focused on exploring alternative funding sources for the Social Security system.
Sustainability of Pension System
Silva was part of a commission formed by the previous government to evaluate the sustainability of the pension system, leading to the development of the Green Book for the Sustainability of the Pension System. This report, presented in April 2024, highlights the challenges faced by the system, particularly the implications of allowing early retirement at 57 years.
Impact on Social Security
According to Silva, these early retirement options are detrimental to the Social Security fund and are no longer justifiable. He argues that such policies primarily serve to finance amicable terminations within companies, rather than supporting the broader economic health of the nation. The current government's decision to put the Green Book on hold has raised eyebrows, as many believe urgent reforms are needed to ensure the system's viability for future generations.
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