French Unions Ready to Discuss Pension Reform, Firm on Retirement Age Stance

Syndicates demand suspension of pension reform, opposing the increase of retirement age to 64, while engaging in dialogue with government.

Eight major French unions, including CFDT and CGT, oppose the pension reform raising the retirement age from 62 to 64.
The unions express willingness to engage in discussions with Prime Minister Michel Barnier's government on various retirement issues.
Unions call for the immediate suspension and potential abrogation of the reform, advocating for a financing conference to explore alternatives.
Prime Minister Barnier has indicated openness to reasonable adjustments while emphasizing the need to maintain a sustainable pension system.
A meeting organized by Force Ouvrière is scheduled for October 26 to further address the reform's abrogation.