​The Director of Audit, Professor Nelson Lam, and personnel of the Audit Commission met with the President of the United Arab Emirates Accountability Authority (UAEAA), Mr Humaid Obaid AbuShibs, and his delegation, on May 23 to exchange views on public sector auditing practices.
      
     Professor Lam extended a warm welcome to Mr AbuShibs, providing a comprehensive overview of the history and responsibilities of the Audit Commission. He highlighted the experience of the Audit Commission’s staff in United Nations audit assignments as part of the national delegation of the People’s Republic of China.
      
     Mr AbuShibs expressed his gratitude for the reception and underscored the UAEAA's dual role in combating corruption and enhancing public governance through audits. He emphasised the similarities between the UAEAA and the Audit Commission in their missions, and expressed his eagerness to further exchange practical insights and explore collaborative opportunities in future meetings.
      
     Professor Lam found the meeting highly productive, with both parties engaging in discussions focused on value for money auditing.  Mr AbuShibs also reviewed the newly published Director of Audit’s Report No. 82, gaining an understanding into the Commission’s latest work.
      
     The Acting Deputy Director of Audit, Mr Teo Wing-on, and Principal Auditor Ms May Chan also attended the meeting. An Auditor of the Audit Commission shared his experiences of participating in the United Nations audit assignments and perspectives on international auditing standards and practices.

Ends/Friday, May 31, 2024
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