The UAE Accountability Authority (UAEAA) has signed two Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with the Office of the Auditor General of the Republic of Seychelles and the Office of the Auditor General of the Republic of Uganda to boost audit cooperation.
According to a press release, the two MoUs aim to strengthen the exchange of institutional expertise and technical knowledge in the fields of auditing and oversight, develop national capacities, and support efforts toward sustainable economic development by establishing more efficient and effective control systems.
The UAEAA emphasized that these partnerships reflect its commitment to promoting transparency, accountability, and best practices in public financial management on a global scale.
The signing took place during concurrent official visits of the delegations from Seychelles and Uganda to Abu Dhabi, where the two agreements were signed at the headquarters of the UAEAA.
The signing ceremony was attended by Humaid Obaid Abushibs, Chairman of the UAE Accountability Authority (UAEAA); Gamini Herath, Auditor-General of the Republic of Seychelles; and Edward Akol, Auditor General of the Republic of Uganda.
Further, the two MoUs reaffirm the UAE Accountability Authority’s commitment to strengthening its global partnerships and enhancing its oversight framework to keep pace with evolving international standards and challenges.
Through these agreements, the Authority aims to ensure the efficient use of public resources and promote transparency and accountability, in line with best practices adopted by leading audit institutions worldwide.
UAEAA
The UAE Accountability Authority (UAEAA) is the federal entity responsible for overseeing the management and use of public funds across UAE government institutions. It plays a key role in promoting transparency, integrity, and accountability within the public sector by conducting audits, evaluations, and investigations to ensure compliance with financial regulations and governance standards.
