Economists
A fierce dispute has erupted among prominent economists over the invitation of Stefan Homburg to the Hayek Society's conference at the end of May in Münster. The retired professor is known for controversial theses questioning man-made climate change and equating COVID measures with Nazi Germany. The event will also award the Hayek Medal to Veronika Grimm.
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The Union is open to an SPD proposal to link the retirement entry age to contribution years. This approach aims to stabilize the pension system but faces criticism from economists and employers. The debate is gaining momentum ahead of the establishment of a pension commission.