Romania: Massive wave of retirements: more than half of government (…)

May 8, 2026

Massive wave of retirements: more than half of government employees will retire within 15 years
May 8, 2026

Massive wave of retirements: more than half of government employees will retire within 15 years.

According to a government analysis, between 50% and 60% of current employees in public institutions are expected to reach retirement age within (…)

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