Mexico should push to double pension contributions

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MEXICO - The Mexican government should require companies and employees to more than double their pension contributions to bolster retirement incomes and the economy, said Oscar Franco, head of the pension association.

The limit should "gradually" be raised to 14% of an employee's salary, said Franco, executive director of the pension group known as Amafore. "Without a doubt, today's 6.5% contribution is insuf...

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