IFAC is the global organization for the accountancy profession, dedicated to serving the public interest by strengthening the profession and contributing to the development of strong international economies. It is comprised of 173 members and associates in 129 countries and jurisdictions, representing approximately 2.5 million accountants in public practice, education, government service, industry, and commerce.IFAC's mission is to serve the public interest by: contributing to the development of high-quality standards and guidance; facilitating the adoption and implementation of high-quality standards and guidance; contributing to the development of strong professional accountancy organizations and accounting firms and to high-quality practices by professional accountants, and promoting the value of professional accountants worldwide; and speaking out on public interest issues.
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IAESB October 2013 Meeting Highlights
IAESB Chair Peter Wolnizer and Deputy Chair Saleem Kharwa review key developments from the October 30 – November 1, 2013, meeting in Toronto, Canada. Update on IESs 2 and 3 – 1:04Definition of the Professional Accountant – 3:40Update on IES 8 – 6:20Chair Wrap-up – 8:41