Australian superannuation trustees can draw important lessons from around the globe. Unlike many other aspects of the global economy, the pensions and superannuation sectors of many countries have proven remarkably resistant to international standardisation. The retirement income systems of most countries remain firmly in the domain of domestic politics. Indeed, a glance at the pensions systems across the European Union provides a tapestry as rich and diverse as the cultural and linguistic differences within the Union. However, one thing that does remain constant in many global pension forums is the perception that the Australian superannuation system is a progressive example...