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UAE Elected to Executive Board of International Anti-Corruption Academy (IAACA).

International | Dated: 24 May 2025

In May 2025, the UAE Accountability Authority (UAEAA), based in Abu Dhabi, was elected to the Executive Board of the International Association of Anti-Corruption Authorities (IAACA) during its first council meeting of the year, hosted in Abu Dhabi.

🎯 Key Highlights:

  • - This development highlights the UAE’s growing role in promoting integrity and good governance on the global stage.
  • - The UAE's election to the IAACA Executive Board offers a strategic platform to influence global anti-corruption policies and share best practices, strengthening transparency within government institutions.
  • - This milestone aligns with the UAE Accountability Authority’s mission to establish a strong regulatory framework that adheres to international benchmarks for transparency, anti-corruption, and institutional excellence.

💡 Other Important Facts:

  • (i) The International Association of Anti-Corruption Authorities (IAACA) is a non-political, independent organization dedicated to global anti-corruption efforts. Established in 2006 during its inaugural conference in Beijing, China, IAACA plays a vital role in promoting international cooperation among anti-corruption authorities.
  • (ii) IAACA actively supports the implementation of the United Nations Convention against Corruption (UNCAC). It serves as a platform for collaboration, knowledge-sharing, and the advancement of best practices among member nations in the fight against corruption. The current President of IAACA is Danny Y.M. Woo.
  • (iii) The United Arab Emirates Accountability Authority (UAEAA) is the UAE’s highest financial audit and accounting institution. Reporting directly to the President of the UAE, UAEAA aims to uphold the principles of transparency, accountability, and integrity across government operations and institutions.

📚 Test Your Knowledge:

Which country was recently elected to the Executive Board of the International Association of Anti-Corruption Authorities (IAACA)?

Correct Answer: United Arab Emirates

🚀 Quick Recap:

About UAE Accountability Authority (UAEAA)

  • President : Humaid Obaid Abushibs
  • Headquarters : Abu Dhabi