Methodology for review of supervisory systems using IOPS Principles for Private Pension Supervision

This framework provides a structured means of assessing the extent to which a pensions supervisory authority complies with the letter and spirit of the Principles.
The Framework translates the text supporting each Principle into the key considerations to be taken into account in making the assessment along with a series of specific questions. The considerations and questions have been informed as appropriate by IOPS work, currently in progress, on good governance in pension supervisory authorities, as well as, where relevant, by the OECD/IOPS Guidelines on the licensing of pension entities and the IOPS Working Paper on the implementation of risk-based supervision.
The Framework also includes an overall assessment sheet to facilitate drawing an overall conclusion from the judgements made about compliance with each Principle.