Pension Reforms Spark Debate in German Congress

Friedrich Merz addresses 23rd Congress in Berlin, facing jeers.
Germany returns to growth after recession but faces energy shocks from Iran war and tariffs on carmakers.
Pension reforms are framed as demographic/mathematical issues, with heckling and 'tax the rich' protests.
SPD's Lars Klingbeil highlights party's labor movement roots and meets Merz on coalition issues.
AfD gains votes as established parties lose support.
DGB establishes own pension commission after being denied access to government plans.
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