Khaled Shakshak of Libya’s Audit Bureau discussed governance and transparency with US officials Richard Norland and Jeremy Berndt. The meeting aimed to support the Bureau’s independence and enhance cooperation, including engagement through the IVLP to improve regulatory performance.
Khaled Shakshak, head of the Audit Bureau, recently met with US Special Envoy to Libya Richard Norland and US Embassy Chargé d’Affaires Jeremy Berndt to discuss critical governance and transparency issues. The meeting occurred on Wednesday and included directors from the Audit Bureau and US Embassy members, emphasizing the significance of international dialogue on these matters.
During the discussions, various strategies were explored to bolster the Audit Bureau’s independence and promote cooperation with US oversight institutions. This collaboration includes engaging through the International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP) to enhance the Bureau’s regulatory capabilities.
The focus of the meeting highlighted the necessity of nurturing governance frameworks and transparency mechanisms in Libya, essential for fostering trust in public institutions. Improved regulatory performance sought through these cooperative efforts aims to align Libya’s oversight capabilities with best practices seen in US institutions.
The meeting between Khaled Shakshak and US officials addressed the pivotal issues of governance and transparency in Libya. By proposing collaboration through the IVLP and enhancing the Audit Bureau’s independence, the discussions aimed at strengthening regulatory frameworks essential for building public trust. Such international engagement is vital for effective governance in the region.
Original Source: libyaobserver.ly
