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• What is the World Congress of Accountants (WCOA)?
  The WCOA is the flagship event of the International Federation of Accountants (IFAC). The World Congress, which has been held since 1904, is a highly respected and well attended global forum attracting a meeting of influential communities to share in the latest information, innovative ideas and exchange views on a platform of international and regional interest. The last WCOA was held in Istanbul, Turkey in 2006.


• When and where is the 18th WCOA going to be held?
  The 18th WCOA will be held from 8-11 November 2010 at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre, Malaysia.


• What is the main objective of WCOA 2010 in Kuala Lumpur?
  As the world’s premier gathering for accountants and business leaders, the WCOA 2010 in Kuala Lumpur seeks to explore issues of impact and create actionable policy recommendations to world and accountancy industry leaders.
  
  WCOA 2010 also aims to:
  • Encourage the profession to exert its leadership in promoting adherence to high quality and consistent professional standards;
  • Encourage all those involved in financial reporting to act with integrity;
  • Assist countries in establishing transparent and accountable financial systems and;
  • Provide the necessary resources to professional accountants in business, in small and medium enterprises.




• Who are the delegates attending this congress?
  Professional accountants, international regulators, standard setters, government officials, corporate leaders and the leadership of the international accountancy profession.


• What are the benefits can be derived from this congress?
  - Sharing of experience and knowledge
  - Networking with national accounting bodies from around the world
  - Updates on current issues