Britain detains partner of journalist linked to Snowden
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In turnaround, ruling Tunisia Islamists will meet rivals
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Tunisia's governing Islamists agree to meet opposition
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Floodwaters damage northeast China
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Maximising the efficiency and impact of Supreme Audit Institutions through engagement with other stakeholders
The effectiveness of Supreme Audit Institutions (SAIs) is not determined solely by resources and capacity levels. A range of other factors is of equal importance, including the accessibility and communication of audit reports and findings and interaction with other stakeholders including NGOs and the media. The state audit cycle is a complex, interconnected system, and good practices in one area may not yield expected impact if other components of the audit cycle do not function well. A review of SAIs in Croatia, Macedonia, Montenegro and Slovenia – with a particular focus on their role in overseeing the financing of political parties and political campaigns – shows that engagement with NGOs, parliaments and other stakeholders is essential to a well-functioning audit cycle. Recommendations are provided to ensure optimal engagement with such stakeholders at all stages of t
Lack of refinery accord holds up landmark China-Afghan oil project
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Sudan's Anti-FGM Campaign Avoids Using the Term
A new nationwide media blitz in Sudan calls for the end of the practice of cutting girls' genitalia. Critics say its edge is dulled by not directly referring to FGM and instead relying on a word that means "complete."
Muslim Brotherhood supporters face murder, terrorism probe - state media
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