ALRAQABA . ISSUE 18 13 The State Audit Bureau... A Monument for Control, Service and Development On July 7 of every year, the State Audit Bureau of Kuwait (SAB) commemorates the anniversary of its establishment, which took place in 1964. On November 11, 1962, the Constitution of Kuwait was ratified, explicitly providing that a commission shall be established for financial control and its independence shall be protected by law. Article 151 of the Constitution stipulates that “a financial control and audit commission is established by a law, which ensures its independence. The commission is attached to the National Assembly and assists the Government and the National Assembly in controlling the collection of State revenues and the disbursement of its expenditures within the limits of the budget. The commission submits to both the Government and the National Assembly an annual report on its activities and its observations.” Accordingly, pursuant to the provisions of the article, Law 30 of 1964 was passed on July 7, declaring the establishment of the State Audit Bureau. This year SAB marks 58 years of service. This year is also marking a gradual return to normal life in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic. It is worth mentioning that the pandemic has had an impact on the whole world, restricting movement and hindering the majority of work. However, work at SAB did not halt as it continued to monitor its auditees and has released its Annual Report, demonstrating that the SAB’s control remains active even when the majority of State institutions cease operating. SAB’s Objective and Duties The StateAudit Bureau aims at achieving effective control over public funds in order to ensure their SAB News
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