Pension System Reform Enters Crucial Phase as Dialogue Continues Between the Government and Unions
Nadia Fetah, Minister of Economy and Finance, announced the reactivation of the National Committee for Pension System Reform and its associated technical committee, following the latest round of social dialogue in April 2025. This decision aims to examine various possible scenarios and develop consensual solutions that meet the aspirations of all concerned parties, while respecting previously adopted principles and guidelines.
In response to written questions from MP Idriss Sentisi regarding the sustainability of pension systems, the minister emphasized the importance of involving all social and economic actors in this collective endeavor, to establish a fair and sustainable pension system that ensures equality among members, preserves acquired rights, and contributes to the expansion of retirement coverage by 2025, in line with Framework Law No. 09.21 concerning social protection.
The National Committee held its first meeting on July 17, 2025, chaired by the Prime Minister, which was dedicated to assessing the status of pension funds. The meeting resulted in the formation of a mixed technical committee tasked with preparing a joint proposal to be presented in September.
The minister clarified that the government, in partnership with various stakeholders, is working to expedite structural reforms related to pension systems, enhancing governance, ensuring financial sustainability, and safeguarding members’ rights, while also contributing to the financing of the national economy and promoting social solidarity.
A technical study prepared by the government revealed that one of the main proposals is to structure the new system based on two pillars: public and private, while maintaining acquired rights prior to the implementation of the reform. The study also recommended enhancing the governance of funds according to best international practices.
Fetah noted that the social dialogue rounds of 2022 and 2024 laid the essential foundations for this reform by adopting a dual-pillar model, determining mechanisms for transition to the new system, and ensuring the continuity of rights in existing systems until the reform is implemented. This has provided a solid ground for continuing discussions about possible scenarios.
