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Denmark's Retirement Age Soars to 70 Amid Protests

5/25/2025

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Denmark is set to raise its retirement age to 70 by 2040, the highest in Europe, impacting those born after December 31, 1970. This controversial decision, which ties retirement age to life expectancy, has sparked fierce criticism from trade unions and led to widespread protests, as many believe it disproportionately affects blue-collar workers.

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Denmark is set to raise its retirement age to 70 by 2040, the highest in Europe, impacting those born after December 31, 1970. This controversial decision, which ties retirement age to life expectancy, has sparked fierce criticism from trade unions and led to widespread protests, as many believe it disproportionately affects blue-collar workers.