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The Adoption of International Public Sector Accounting Standards

The Adoption of International Public Sector Accounting Standards

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Business General

ISBN10: 6206778738
ISBN13: 9786206778738
Publisher: LAP Lambert Academic Publishing
Published: Jan 13 2025
Pages: 136
Weight: 0.42
Height: 0.32 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
This paper analyzes the implementation of International Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSAS) in Nigeria and Malaysia, emphasizing their unique experiences shaped by socio-economic, political, and historical factors. IPSAS seeks to improve transparency, accountability, and comparability in financial reporting within the public sector. Nigeria implemented IPSAS in 2014 as part of comprehensive financial management reforms but encountered substantial obstacles, including corruption, insufficient infrastructure, and institutional resistance. In contrast, Malaysia underwent a more seamless transition owing to proactive governance structures and initiatives for public sector transformation. The study employs secondary data from governmental papers and scholarly literature to examine motivations, implementation methods, and outcomes. The findings highlight that country-specific factors substantially influence IPSAS implementation, with Nigeria's challenges differing from Malaysia's more effective strategy. This comparative analysis offers essential insights for policymakers and international organizations regarding effective tactics and contextual factors for the adoption of global.

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