Smer-SD Rules Out Changes to 13th Pension During Current Parliamentary Term
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Slovakia's ruling Smer-SD party has declared it will not allow any modifications to the country's 13th pension during the current parliamentary term. Party representative Richter stated that the governing coalition will not divide itself over this issue and that the government's program statement remains binding for all coalition partners. The 13th pension is an additional annual payment to retirees that serves as a form of Christmas bonus, representing a significant social benefit in Slovakia's pension system. The statement appears aimed at maintaining unity within the ruling coalition, which includes Smer-SD as the dominant social-democratic party, amid ongoing debates about social spending and fiscal policy.