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National Pension loses 182 trillion won
Youth groups condemn government

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In short

Youth groups claimed the National Pension suffered a 182 trillion won loss due to increased domestic stock allocation.

They criticized the reform bill that only raised the insurance contribution rate from 9% to 13% as insufficient.

They opposed the government's proposal for national treasury injection, citing increased tax burden.

Key facts

WhenA press conference was held at the National Assembly Press Center on the 28th.
WhoRep. Park Su-young of the People Power Party and Pension Reform Youth Action attended together.
WhatThey claimed a 182 trillion won loss resulted from expanding the National Pension's domestic stock allocation.
HowThey stated the 13% contribution rate is insufficient and must rise to 21.2% to prevent deficits.

What it means for me

National Pension subscribers should monitor the debate over contribution rate increases and fund management.

Workers in their 40s may face varying burdens depending on whether contribution rates increase further.