The decision, which will be formally introduced in a parliamentary session on Thursday, reflects a consensus among various political factions, including the Greens, AfD, and Left Party, all of whom oppose the increase. Originally, the automatic adjustment mechanism, established in 2014, would have resulted in an increase of nearly 500 euros. The current proposal aims to deviate from this mechanism as a measure of credibility and responsibility in light of the strained economic climate, with some parties advocating for a permanent halt to future adjustments.