MUSCAT: The State Audit Institution and the UAE Accountability Authority signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at enhancing and developing cooperation in the field of public fund oversight and anti-corruption.
This took place during the meeting of Shaikh Ghosn bin Hilal al Alawi, Chairman of the State Audit Institution (SAI), with Humaid Obaid Abushibs, Chairman of the UAE Accountability Authority, at the Authority’s headquarters in Abu Dhabi.
The MoU reflects the mutual commitment of both sides to uphold the principles of transparency, integrity and accountability, while strengthening their roles in protecting public funds and supporting the path of sustainable development in both brotherly countries.
The MoU focused on enhancing cooperation in the exchange of knowledge and expertise regarding best practices, standards and national technologies in use.
It also outlined organising joint discussion forums, conferences, lectures and relevant workshops, in addition to promoting the exchange of experiences related to audit manuals, methodologies and strategic plans adopted by both parties.
The SAI affirms its ongoing commitment to enhancing cooperation and exchanging expertise with peer institutions in the GCC states, through official visits and bilateral meetings, contributing to the development of joint audit work and supporting national initiatives aimed at protecting public funds and combating corruption. - ONA
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