Debate on pension reform bill to resume on Wednesday

The Czech Chamber of Deputies once again failed to conclude final discussions on the controversial pension reform bill proposed by the government. Tensions in Friday’s debate led to a procedural standoff after nearly five hours of discussion.

According to Czech Television, at least five MPs from the Christian Democrats, who are part of the government coalition, reject the proposed bill, which aims to gradually increase the retirement age and lower new pension calculations to ease the deficit in the pension system.

The lawmakers are expected to resume the final debate next Wednesday, where government leaders hope to push the reform forward despite ongoing opposition.