SHARM EL-SHEIKH: Saudi Arabia solidified its global leadership in public financial auditing and accounting by winning the chairmanship of the International Organization of Supreme Audit Institutions.

The announcement was made during the 25th General Assembly of INTOSAI, held in Sharm El-Sheikh under the patronage of Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, on Friday.

‏The General Assembly declared Saudi Arabia, represented by the General Court of Audit, or GCA, as the chair of INTOSAI, starting in 2031 for a three-year term.

Saudi Arabia will host delegations from more than 195 countries, led by the heads of supreme audit institutions, assuming leadership of the world’s foremost organization in financial and performance auditing.

This role positions Saudi Arabia to steer global efforts in enhancing transparency, public-sector governance and government performance, while reinforcing public trust in national economies.

GCA President Dr. Hussam Alangari extended his congratulations to King Salman and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, acknowledging their support and empowerment of GCA.

He said that this achievement reflected the Kingdom’s international standing and global trust, enabling it to play a pivotal role in advancing auditing and accountability worldwide.

Alangari highlighted the transformative developments in organizational independence, technical and human capacity and methodological innovation that have enabled GCA to achieve its vision of impactful audit, public-sector effectiveness and quality of life for citizens.

He added: “Saudi Arabia welcomes the world in 2031, and we look forward to hosting everyone in Riyadh to shape a global future that promotes transparency, governance and governmental effectiveness.”