Social Security reforms revisit lawmakers
The article discusses the amended Social Security Law proposal in Jordan for 2026, which aims to reorganize the conditions for early and mandatory retirement, introducing a lengthy transitional period beginning in 2030. The amendments include increasing the required number of contributions for mandatory retirement from 180 to 240, and gradually raising the retirement age to 65 for men and 60 for women. Additionally, provisions have been made to facilitate workers in hazardous professions, allowing them to retire at age 50 with 300 contributions. The project also seeks to improve low pension benefits and strike a balance between financial sustainability and the rights of contributors. It involves restructuring the Social Security Corporation to enhance its independence and governance. The proposal was extensively discussed within the House of Representatives, and its debate was postponed to allow for further review, with modifications expected to be made to the clauses related to early retirement and retirement age before the final version is approved.
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