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03/05/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 03/05/2026 11:46

IFAC Welcomes Emily Fitts as New Chair of the Monitoring Group

Mar 5, 2026 | London | New York | English

The International Federation of Accountants (IFAC) welcomes the announcement of Emily Fitts as the new Chair of the Monitoring Group.

The Monitoring Group plays an important role in advancing the public interest by supporting the governance and oversight of the international audit, assurance, and ethics standard-setting system.

Lee White, Chief Executive Officer of IFAC, said:

"We congratulate Emily on her appointment and look forward to working with her as the new Chair of the Monitoring Group."

IFAC will continue to work closely with the Monitoring Group and other stakeholders to support high-quality global standards that strengthen trust and confidence in the accountancy profession.

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