Bill 163, which reforms the Social Security Fund and the Invalidity, Old Age and Death (IVM) program, has generated intense debate in Panama. In the second debate of this project, aspects such as the Retirement Age, the solidarity or defined benefit system, the mixed system, and a model of solidarity capitalization are discussed. The possibility of choosing to continue working one, two, or more years, or to remain in the current system, is on the discussion table.
The President of the National Assembly, Dana Castañeda, has announced that the Plenary will start the debate at 10:00 in the morning. Meanwhile, the Alliance People United for Life has scheduled demonstrations in the streets, distributing leaflets, and a large march to express their opinions on the matter.
It is expected that during the discussion in the Plenary, which includes the participation of 71 deputies, more than 200 articles formed in the Labor and Health Commission will be addressed. The possibility of new proposals arising and granting Courtesy of the Room is present, according to Dr. Ernesto Cedeño's explanation. The debate process around the bill presents itself as a crucial instance that has captured the attention of the population, generating expectations and mobilizations at the national level.
