Al-Attiyah calls for professional, independent, and objective auditing

The work of auditors is essential in safeguarding assets, detecting potential fraud, and promoting a culture of accountability and integrity in the society, said HE the former Deputy Prime Minister Abdullah bin Hamad al-Attiyah.In his opening remarks at the 7th National Conference on Internal Auditing in Doha on Sunday, al-Attiyah, who is the chairman of The Abdullah Bin Hamad Al-Attiyah International Foundation for Energy and Sustainable Development, said, "In a world facing complex challenges including sustainability and environmental protection, data security, increased poverty, to the escalating risks of fraud and corruption, the need for professional, independent, and objective auditing has never been greater.”Al-Attiyah noted that by conducting thorough assessments, internal auditors contribute to the overall efficiency and transparency of an organisation. They provide valuable information and insights for making the right decision.Commending the Institute of Internal Auditing – Qatar Chapter, for organising the "important and timely conference”, al-Attiyah recalled that he had the privilege of heading Qatar's Administrative Control and Transparency Authority for many years."As a true reflection of the insightful vision of our wise leadership, the authority aims to strengthen the institutional framework for integrity, transparency, and anti-corruption. A mission that goes hand in hand with internal auditing,” he emphasised.He said he was pleased to see that the agenda of the conference covers the entire spectrum of internal auditing, starting from risk management and data security, to fraud detection and audit reporting.Throughout the conference, he said participants will have the privilege to engage with esteemed professionals and expert speakers from around the globe in the field of auditing.The conference also aligns with the Qatar National Vision 2030 and reflects commitment to fostering a culture of transparency, integrity, and accountability, al-Attiyah noted."I encourage you to take the insights and knowledge gained here to elevate audit practices in your organisation,” he told the delegates from around the world.Themed ‘Be Brave,’ the conference was held under the patronage of HE Abdulaziz bin Nasser bin Mubarak al-Khalifa, President, Civil Service and Government Development Bureau, who also addressed the opening session.Al Attiyah Architectural Group Holding Company is the event's title sponsor, with other major sponsors including QNB, Qatar Islamic Bank, Price Waterhouse Coopers, Deloitte, Mazars, Protiviti and Moore.Jenitha John, past chairperson of the Global Institute of Internal Auditors; Naji Fayad, board member of the International Internal Audit Standards Board (IIASB); and Adulqader Obaid Ali, chairman of the Board, UAE Internal Auditors Association, were some of the prominent speakers, in addition to some 20 top experts from the internal audit domains.Adel al-Hashimi, president, IIA Qatar chapter; Chris Adonis, conference chair; and Sundaresan Rajeswar, board member, IIA Qatar were among the other prominent speakers.