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🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

The Professional Crisis of the Internal Auditor in the Era of Automation

The article discusses the impact of automation and artificial intelligence on the role of internal auditors in public and private sectors in Greece.

Feb 26 • 09:53 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

ASF strengthens technical capacities and reaffirms Mexico as a regional benchmark with the delivery of ICADEFIS diplomas

The Superior Audit Office of Mexico celebrated the completion of training programs for auditors aimed at enhancing skills and reinforcing the country's role as a regional model.

Feb 25 • 21:13 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

The Court of Auditors Goes to the Opposition

The President of the Court of Auditors, Guido Carlino, comments on the role of the institution in a political context at the inauguration of the judicial year.

Feb 25 • 04:00 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

With the entry of the new auditors, the ruling party hopes to gather a majority and relegate Kirchnerism in the AGN

The ruling party in Argentina is optimistic about gaining a majority in the National Audit Office (AGN) with the appointment of new auditors.

Feb 24 • 22:03 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Salary, retirement... What will be Amélie de Montchalin's benefits as president of the Court of Auditors?

Amélie de Montchalin has been appointed president of the French Court of Auditors, a position that offers a substantial salary and additional financial benefits.

Feb 23 • 15:15 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

The new president of the Court of Auditors Amélie de Montchalin will abstain from debates on public finances 2025

Amélie de Montchalin, the newly appointed president of the Court of Auditors, will refrain from participating in discussions concerning the 2025 public finances to avoid potential conflicts of interest.

Feb 23 • 15:09 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

LIVE: The Riigikogu has summoned Brussels officials regarding Rail Baltic

The Riigikogu is holding a special committee meeting to discuss the Rail Baltic project, prompted by rising costs and unresolved risks associated with the railway's development.

Feb 23 • 11:00 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Live at 13:15: the special commission discusses funding for Rail Baltic

The special committee for state budget control is set to discuss the funding for Rail Baltic, with a live stream of the session available.

Feb 23 • 05:27 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Reshuffle: Minister of Public Service David Amiel appointed to Public Accounts to replace Amélie de Montchalin

David Amiel has been appointed the new Minister of Public Accounts in a government reshuffle, taking over from Amélie de Montchalin who will head the Court of Auditors.

Feb 22 • 15:56 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

State auditors support union leader summoned by Moraes to testify

Federal tax workers' union leader Kléber Cabral received support from the National Association of State Tax Auditors after he was summoned by Minister Alexandre de Moraes to testify concerning an investigation into alleged data leaks.

Feb 21 • 17:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Tocantins Governor announces public competition for tax auditor with 200 vacancies

The Governor of Tocantins, Wanderlei Barbosa, has announced a public competition for tax auditors with a total of 200 vacancies, the first in 32 years.

Feb 21 • 14:32 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

President of Unafisco Becomes Investigated After Criticizing Inquiry Into Alleged Leak of Confidential Data of Supreme Ministers

The president of the National Association of Tax Auditors in Brazil is now under investigation following his criticism of an inquiry into alleged leaks of confidential information regarding Supreme Court ministers.

Feb 21 • 01:10 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Unafisco says president testified to the Federal Police as a suspect after statement to the press

The president of the Unafisco association, Kleber Cabral, testified to the Federal Police as a suspect regarding their criticism of an operation targeting tax auditors.

Feb 20 • 21:27 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

President of entity that criticized operation against tax auditors testifies to Federal Police for one hour

Kléber Cabral, president of Unafisco Nacional, testified for an hour to the Federal Police following criticism of an operation against tax auditors.

Feb 20 • 19:50 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Monitoring authorities and relatives has become a risky activity, says auditor summoned by Moraes

Kléber Cabral, president of the National Association of Federal Revenue Auditors, claims that actions by Brazil's Supreme Court against tax officials have made monitoring politically exposed persons a risky endeavor.

Feb 20 • 16:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

President of Unafisco who criticized STF investigation testifies to Federal Police on Friday after Moraes' order

Kléber Cabral, president of Unafisco Nacional, is scheduled to testify in front of the Federal Police following an order from Minister Alexandre de Moraes of the Supreme Federal Court regarding an investigation into the leaking of confidential data by auditors.

Feb 20 • 14:34 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

VIDEOS: RJ2 from Thursday, February 19, 2026

The article discusses various news pieces, including legal actions against auditors and international tensions, alongside local cultural highlights in Brazil.

Feb 19 • 22:48 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Federal Police summons union leader from the Revenue to testify after Moraes' order

The Federal Police summoned Kleber Cabral, president of the National Association of Federal Revenue Auditors, to testify following a Supreme Court order due to allegations of data leaks involving court ministers.

Feb 19 • 22:16 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

The Court of Auditors would find it "effective" to reintroduce merit into the salaries of public officials

The Court of Auditors in France has suggested that introducing merit-based pay for public officials could improve efficiency and accountability in the public sector.

Feb 18 • 12:20 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Association says that tax auditors cannot be scapegoats after leak against the STF

The Unafisco Nacional criticized the Federal Police's operation targeting a Federal Revenue auditor suspected of data breaches involving STF ministers' families.

Feb 17 • 20:25 UTC
🇸🇰 Postoj
National & Local

Critical Raw Materials in the EU / We Do Not Have Our Own Mines, Processing, and Most Materials Are Not Recycled, European Auditors State

A recent report from the European Court of Auditors highlights the EU's insufficient attention to critical raw materials necessary for energy transformation.

Feb 17 • 13:50 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Technical Area of TCU delivers report to Minister on technical procedure in documents from the liquidation of Master by BC

The technical area of the Brazilian Court of Auditors (TCU) has submitted a report regarding the liquidation of the Master Bank to Minister Jhonatan de Jesus.

Feb 11 • 20:07 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Court of Auditors suspends payment of nearly R$ 1 million for GDF VIP area at Stock Car

The Court of Auditors of the Federal District has suspended a nearly R$ 1 million payment for a VIP area during the Stock Car races, citing potential overpricing and lack of price research.

Feb 11 • 15:26 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

"No conflict of interest": Amélie de Montchalin will take office at the Court of Auditors on February 23

Amélie de Montchalin, the current Minister of Public Accounts, is set to assume her role as the first president of the Court of Auditors beginning February 23, despite facing criticism regarding potential conflicts of interest.

Feb 11 • 11:29 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Marine Le Pen calls on Emmanuel Macron to 'abandon' the appointment of Amélie de Montchalin to the Court of Auditors

Marine Le Pen has urged President Emmanuel Macron to withdraw the nomination of Amélie de Montchalin as head of the Court of Auditors, citing her responsibilities in the management of public accounts under his government.

Feb 11 • 09:34 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

"Conflicts of Interest", "Duty of Ingratitude", "Deportations"... The Questions Raised by the Appointment of Amélie de Montchalin to the Court of Auditors

The appointment of Amélie de Montchalin as the first president of the Court of Auditors has ignited controversy over potential conflicts of interest and public trust.

Feb 11 • 08:50 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

"Republic of Friends", "pure scandal"... The appointment of Amélie de Montchalin to the Court of Auditors is controversial

The appointment of Amélie de Montchalin as head of the Court of Auditors by President Emmanuel Macron has sparked controversy and criticism from opposition members who raise concerns of potential conflicts of interest.

Feb 10 • 10:49 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Emmanuel Macron Chooses Amélie de Montchalin to Head the Court of Auditors

Emmanuel Macron has selected Amélie de Montchalin to become the first female president of the Court of Auditors in France.

Feb 9 • 18:12 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Auditor fiscal contest with a salary of R$ 28,500 opens for registration

The Goiás State Secretariat of Economy has opened registrations for a public competition for state tax auditors, offering a salary of R$ 28,500.

Feb 9 • 16:37 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

After the CNU, the country increases the number of labor auditors, but the deficit is still evident

Brazil has increased its labor auditors after a national exam, but a significant deficit remains according to international standards.

Feb 7 • 07:01 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

PSD, União and PL prepare alliance to defeat Motta and Lula's candidate for TCU

PSD, União Brasil, and PL are strategizing to form an alliance to challenge Odair Cunha's candidacy for the Union Court of Auditors, supported by Hugo Motta and President Lula's party.

Feb 6 • 21:32 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Healthcare: Court of Auditors calls for immediate repeal of law for faster doctor appointments

The Court of Auditors has confirmed concerns that the law aimed at reducing waiting times for specialist appointments is costly and burdensome for healthcare providers without improving patient care.

Feb 6 • 15:50 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

MP positions itself against payment of up to R$ 1 million in retroactive bonuses to councilors and prosecutors of the Court of Auditors of DF

The Public Ministry of the Federal District opposed the payment of retroactive bonuses to councilors and prosecutors of the Court of Auditors of DF, which was approved just days before the end-of-year recess.

Feb 6 • 11:39 UTC
🇪🇸 ABC
Crime & Justice

Treasury Disregards Dozens of Anomalies in Payrolls of Senior Officials in Public Companies

A report by the Court of Auditors highlights unaccounted remuneration, untraceable salaries, and unexpected items in the payrolls of senior officials in public firms.

Feb 6 • 05:36 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Green light for the decree on the Bridge

The Council of Ministers has approved the decree for the construction of the Bridge over the Strait of Messina, marking a decisive step towards the project's realization and adhering to the Court of Auditors' observations.

Feb 6 • 04:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Crime & Justice

Public Prosecutor's Office charges Sidney Oliveira from Ultrafarma with corruption accusation

The São Paulo Public Prosecutor's Office has formally charged businessman Sidney Oliveira, owner of the Ultrafarma chain, along with two former tax auditors, in connection with an alleged corruption scheme regarding the manipulation of ICMS tax credits.

Feb 5 • 21:52 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Tender of R$ 25 million for building maintenance is blocked due to signs of inflated pricing in Rio Preto

The municipality of Rio Preto suspended a R$ 25 million tender for public building maintenance services after allegations of inflated pricing emerged, following a directive from the State Court of Auditors of Minas.

Feb 5 • 19:56 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
National & Local

Court of Auditors criticizes billions wasted in the provision of medical appointments

The Federal Court of Auditors reports that despite an additional expenditure of 2.9 billion euros by health insurances for faster medical appointments, waiting times have actually increased following the implementation of the appointment service law.

Feb 5 • 15:54 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

Bridges, from public interest to safety. This is how the government tries to convince the Court of Auditors

The Italian government is seeking to align with the Court of Auditors' guidelines regarding the commencement of construction on the Stretto Bridge, as indicated in the recently approved Infrastructure decree.

Feb 5 • 12:06 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

TCU authorizes inspection of postal service to investigate possible irregularities in management

The Brazilian Federal Court of Auditors (TCU) has authorized an inspection of the postal service to investigate potential administrative, financial, operational, and institutional irregularities in its management, responding to a request from the National Congress for an audit.

Feb 5 • 02:47 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

LASG urges auditors to promote transparency

The Lagos State Government has called on its auditors to enhance transparency and accountability in public sector management during the 18th Internal Auditors’ Retreat.

Feb 5 • 00:00 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

Decree Bridge powers of the Court of Auditors

The government is revising the Bridge Decree, removing constraints and restoring powers to the Court of Auditors related to CIPE acts necessary for project approvals.

Feb 5 • 00:00 UTC
🇩🇪 taz
World

EU Report on Sustainable Commuting: Cities Are Doing Too Little Against Cars

A European Court of Auditors report criticizes that cities are not doing enough to promote alternatives to cars despite investments in public transport and cycling infrastructure.

Feb 4 • 17:22 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

Salvini yesterday with Mattarella, discussion on the Bridge. The doubts of the Quirinale on the constraints to the Court of Auditors

The article discusses a meeting between Matteo Salvini and President Mattarella regarding the bridge and the concerns raised about limitations on the powers of the Court of Auditors.

Feb 4 • 11:26 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Current president of Rioprevidência was part of the risk assessment sector when R$ 850 million was invested in Banco Master

Nicholas Cardoso, the new interim president of Rioprevidência, was part of the risk evaluation sector during the investment of R$ 850 million into Banco Master, despite warnings from the Court of Auditors of the State of Rio de Janeiro regarding the risks of additional allocations.

Feb 3 • 23:20 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Tax Auditors Question Federal Police's Restriction on Filming Series in Airports

The filming of the series 'Aeroporto: Área Restrita' has become a point of contention between the Federal Revenue and the Federal Police, which forbade the production company from accessing restricted areas in Brazilian airports.

Feb 3 • 21:21 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

DF Court of Auditors authorizes on-site inspection at Iprev and BRB regarding pensions

The DF Court of Auditors has approved an on-site inspection at the DF Servers' Pension Institute (Iprev-DF) and the Bank of Brasília (BRB) to examine the pension payment situation.

Feb 3 • 19:13 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
Crime & Justice

"Largely According to the Principle of Hope" - Court of Auditors Criticizes Habeck's Million Euro Crash Landing

The Court of Auditors harshly criticizes former Economic Minister Habeck's handling of a 600-million-euro financial support for battery manufacturer Northvolt, citing a lack of complete information to Parliament and enormous risks being overlooked.

Feb 3 • 13:23 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
Crime & Justice

Court of Auditors criticizes 'too high' fee notifications from police - costs partially doubled billed

The Court of Auditors of Rhineland-Palatinate has criticized numerous erroneous police fee notifications, highlighting instances of both excessive and duplicate billing for police operations.

Feb 3 • 11:56 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
World

Warning: the EU needs to improve the situation of critical raw materials

The European Court of Auditors warns that without expanding import partners for critical raw materials, increasing domestic production capacities, and improving recycling, the EU's defense and energy goals may be at risk.

Feb 3 • 05:15 UTC

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