CITIZEN'S MONEY: Refugees and those without work - Why Germany's social systems are at their limits

CITIZEN'S MONEY: Refugees and those unwilling to work - Why Germany's social systems are at their limits
In an interview with WELT, Peter Tiede, chief reporter for the Bild newspaper, criticizes the current form of the citizen's allowance in Germany. Tiede stresses that the state can no longer afford these social benefits, as a third of the economy, i.e. a third of the gross domestic product, is spent on social benefits. The explosion in the cost of the citizen's allowance from 36 to 42 billion euros within a year is particularly worrying.
Tiede criticizes the fact that many people of working age who receive citizen's allowance hardly work. This discrepancy is also reflected in the increasing number of vacancies that remain unfilled despite high unemployment. He calls for a reform of the welfare state, as the current system is not sustainable.
Tiede sees migration as another problem. Around 55% of Syrian refugees who came to Germany were still receiving citizen's allowance. This puts an additional burden on the social system and shows that integration and the labor market are not functioning smoothly. Health insurance companies also complain about high costs that are not fully covered by the state.
Tiede stresses that a debate about restructuring the welfare state is unavoidable. The issue of migration must also be openly discussed. He particularly stresses the need to preserve the welfare state for future generations. Action must be taken to prevent the system from collapsing. Tiede sees society at the limit of its ability to integrate and calls for a clear, future-oriented strategy.
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