Germany’s coalition government is poised to approve a major pension reform on Friday, raising benefits by roughly €185 billion over the next 15 years and allowing retirees to work tax-free. Economists warn, however, that the package could deepen long-term financial pressures as the country’s population rapidly ages.

French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu is expected to survive two no-confidence votes in parliament on Thursday after agreeing to suspend President Emmanuel Macron's controversial pension reform to gain support from left-leaning lawmakers.

France's reappointed Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu has proposed suspending the controversial 2023 pension reform until after the next presidential election.

Thousands of demonstrators took to the streets in Paris and other cities Tuesday, calling for the repeal of President Emmanuel Macron’s pension reform, increased salaries, and better living conditions.