IFAC

The two organizations released a joint report on fostering the professionalization of the public finance workforce. 

The International Federation of Accountants named Asmâa Resmouki of Morocco as its first president from the Middle East and Africa and its third female president, to serve a two-year term.

Corporate emissions reduction reporting is full of inconsistencies, and the lack of comparability of target disclosures continues to create challenges.

The International Auditing and Assurance Standards Board is looking for feedback on updating one of its fundamental standards.

The board released an alert from its staff on ethics and independence considerations for accountants during the current conflict between Russia and Ukraine.

A survey by the ACCA and IFAC revealed divergent attitudes worldwide.

The plan includes more than 30 specific actions for the accounting profession related to education, evidence-based policy, global standards, partnership and thought leadership.

The International Federation of Accountants unveiled a web page that presents reports, documents, case studies and other materials.

A 61% majority of ESG assurance services were performed by accounting firms, but there was substantial variation among different countries.

The group is urging CFOs and other finance leaders to improve the quality of sustainability information and processes by championing an “integrated mindset.”