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The Institute of Chartered Accountants of Bangladesh (ICAB) and the UK-based Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy (CIPFA) have renewed their commitment to advancing high-quality public sector financial management by re-signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU).
The MoU was signed in London recently.
The renewed partnership reinforces the shared vision of both organisations to promote excellence, integrity and innovation across the profession, says a press statement of ICAB.
The signing ceremony took place at CIPFA's London office, where senior leaders from both organisations discussed key priorities shaping the future of public finance.
The discussions covered expanding professional pathways through enhanced education and training, strengthening membership recognition, and jointly advancing public sector financial management (PSFM) capacities in Bangladesh.
The two sides also exchanged views on the evolving interface between the public and private sectors, including the governance of state-owned enterprises.
Initiatives on forensic accounting and anti-corruption efforts were also highlighted as areas for future collaboration.
Led by ICAB President NKA Mobin, the delegation included Vice Presidents Suraiya Zannath and Md Rokonuzzaman, and Chief Operating Officer Mahbub Ahmed Siddique.
CIPFA CEO Owen Mapley, Chief Operating Officer Anna Blackman, Senior Lead for International Partnership Steve Watkin, and Head of Qualification and Membership Anna Howard welcomed the team and took part in the dialogue.
Leaders from both Institutes said they look forward to deepening cooperation and driving impactful change, with the shared goal of strengthening global public financial management and enhancing professional standards worldwide.
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