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Why the cabinet thinks unions will reach a state pension deal soon after all

Why the cabinet thinks unions will reach a state pension deal soon after all

The Dutch minority cabinet is seeking a quick agreement with trade unions regarding the state pension (AOW) to ensure its own political survival. While the government's policies have revitalized the unions' relevance by giving them a cause for protest, both sides remain interdependent. Political reporter Hans van Soest analyzes how this dynamic could lead to a resolution in The Hague.

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