His role was at the center of the public debate internal control in the Public Sector, on the occasion of the annual conference of the Institute of Internal Auditors of Greece (IIA Greece). The conference examines the challenges auditors face in an era of rapid change and intense uncertainty.
In his speech, the Parliamentary Representative of PASOK-KINAL, Pavlos Christidishighlighted the fundamental importance of the control mechanism for the state-citizen relationship, underlining that the confidence it cannot be built if control is viewed as a threat.
Mr. Christidis directly connected the function of internal auditors with the quality of democracy and its beginning accountability. He emphasized that through their objective work, auditors identify weaknesses and ensure the effective management of public resources, thus strengthening the overall reliability of the state apparatus.
He made special mention of rapid technological developments, which, he said, make the work of auditors even more critical to protect the public interest. He pointed out that transparency itself is not enough if it remains merely formal. What is required is the noun utilization of the data and information resulting from audits to lead to real improvement.
According to the MP, the state, municipalities and ministries must acquire its culture self-assessment and her self improvementrecognizing their mistakes.
Suggestions for independence and upgrading
Concluding his presentation, Mr. Christidis submitted specific proposals to strengthen the institution. Among other things, he suggested:
- The enactment control committees which will guarantee it independence of internal auditors.
- Outreach actions to change the general culture towards control.
- Strengthening public and private sector cooperation.
- Targeted investment in technology for the essential upgrade of the control tools.