Edi Rama said pensions will gradually increase until they become five times higher by 2030.

He spoke with pensioners in Berat during the “Jobs of Albania” tour. He presented support policies and a mid-term plan for pension growth.

Rama said pensions have always been a priority. He explained that increases were difficult because of weaknesses in the social insurance scheme.

He said the government first had to strengthen the economy. He noted that higher public sector wages raise social contributions. He said these contributions directly support pensions.

Rama added that finances are now more stable. He said the government closed old debts and continued investments despite the earthquake, the pandemic, and the energy crisis.

He stressed that the pension increase scheme is fully guaranteed in the state budget.

He said the increase that started in January will continue every month. He said it will double next January. It will triple in 2028. It will quadruple in 2029. It will become five times higher in 2030.

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