Thomas Post, Maastricht University finance professor, believes the Dutch pension system is successful because of the Dutch people’s pragmatism. Photo: Eero Vabamägi/Postimees In the Netherlands, the first pillar provides a minimum for everyone, the second pillar provides a good life for those joining the system. The second pillar is the result of an agreement between employers and unions, and the state does not contribute to it. The system is stable and independent of politicians. The Dutch pension system is considered the best in the world and for good reason. Although there are three pillars, only two are needed. The pillar numbers are the same as ours, but the system is completely different from the Estonian one. Topics: #system #dutch #pillar Post navigation “I won’t do such things anymore, I’ve learned a little.” The young man who ignored the requirements of criminal care had to give an account to the court The Tartu region was shut down for hours during the blackout.