In the face of a global debt crisis, the need for stronger oversight and accountability in public debt management has never been more urgent. As governments navigate complex borrowing landscapes, the role of parliaments in ensuring responsible debt governance has come into sharper focus.
Join us for an in-depth discussion on the essential functions of parliaments in public debt management. We will examine the importance of establishing a robust legal framework, the role of the budget cycle in debt oversight, and the significance of continuous scrutiny through parliamentary committees. The session will also highlight the challenges that parliaments face, such as gaps in data access, limited specialized knowledge, and the need for comprehensive support structures like Parliamentary Budget Offices.
Whether you are a parliamentarian, policymaker, or involved in public financial management, this webinar will offer valuable insights into how parliaments can effectively contribute to sustainable debt governance and drive positive change in public financial management.
Introduction: Mr. Geoff Dubrow, WFD Associate Expert, Founder and Principal Consultant Nexus PFM inc
Panel members:
- Hon. Gladys Ganda, Chair of the Budget Committee, Parliament of Malawi
- Mr. Ibrahim Jimissa, Director Parliamentary Budget Office Sierra Leone
- Mr. Jason Braganza, Executive Director, AFRODAD
Moderator: Ms. Milica Delević, Director, Competitiveness, Governance and Political Affairs at European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) and Member of the WFD Board of Governors.
