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Saudi finance leaders call for accounting reforms to boost investor trust and advance Vision 2030


Published on 2025-03-10 02:20:51 - Zawya
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  • As Saudi Arabia's regulatory landscape evolves, audit oversight remains a priority for upholding market integrity. Sami Mohammed AlShorafa, Supervision Deputy at the Capital Market Authority, highlighted the need for better alignment between auditors and investors.

The article from Zawya discusses a significant event in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, where finance leaders gathered to address the need for accounting reforms to enhance investor trust and support Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030. The event, titled "The Role of Accounting in Building Trust and Enhancing Investment," highlighted the importance of adopting international financial reporting standards (IFRS) to improve transparency and governance. Speakers emphasized that robust accounting practices are crucial for attracting foreign investment, which is vital for the economic diversification goals of Vision 2030. They also discussed the challenges in implementing these reforms, including the need for education and training to ensure compliance and understanding among local businesses. The conference served as a platform to foster dialogue between policymakers, accountants, and business leaders to drive these necessary changes in the financial sector.

Read the Full ZAWYA Article at:
[ https://www.zawya.com/en/press-release/events-and-conferences/saudi-finance-leaders-call-for-accounting-reforms-to-boost-investor-trust-and-advance-vision-2030-x5elqhje ]