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Germany's Soaring Social Security Costs Raise Concerns

11/25/2025

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The German Economic Institute finds that Germany spends more on social security than its European neighbors, with nearly half of spending going to pensions.
The institute cautions the government to control rising costs of social and healthcare services amid budget pressures.
A survey shows that many Berlin residents are not enthusiastic about hosting the Olympic Games.

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The German Economic Institute finds that Germany spends more on social security than its European neighbors, with nearly half of spending going to pensions.
The institute cautions the government to control rising costs of social and healthcare services amid budget pressures.
A survey shows that many Berlin residents are not enthusiastic about hosting the Olympic Games.