Christine Mahoney, a Senior Partner at Mercer with over 30 years in pension consulting, delves into the Mercer CFA Institute Global Pension Index 2025. She highlights how 52 retirement systems are evaluated on adequacy, sustainability, and integrity. The conversation covers the impact of government on pension investments, innovative policy reforms, and the necessity of balancing fiduciary duties with national economic goals. Additionally, Christine advocates for democratizing private asset access in defined contribution plans, emphasizing flexible guidance over mandates.