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Join us for the first of our four-part series, where we will be discussing the importance of debt transparency and how parliaments and debt managers can enhance debt management and transparency outcomes.

Transparency is one of the major anchors of debt sustainability, ensuring that all stakeholders, including policymakers, creditors and investors, can take optimal decisions on a country’s debt obligations, based on fully disclosed, reliable and timely information.

Join us as we discuss how greater debt transparency can bolster democratic systems, support informed decision-making, and ensure a sustainable financial future for all. Register now to secure your spot in this crucial conversation.

Welcome: Anthony Smith, Chief Executive, Westminster Foundation for Democracy

Panel members:

Mr. Lars Jessen, Lead Debt Specialist, World Bank

Mr. Austin Ndiokwelu, Director of Policy and Global Advocacy, International Budget Partnership (IBP)

Ms. Ruth Kendagor, Head of Research and Research Capacity Strengthening, Institute for Public Finance (IPF) Kenya

Moderator: Mr. Shem Joshua Otieno, Policy Analyst and Advocacy Officer Sovereign Debt Management, AFRODAD.

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