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A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) spearheaded by Miss Apinphon Ankkakamonset, Deputy Director of the Digital Government Office, that aims to bolster the financial discipline of local government organisations through a transparency and accountability-focused programme, aligning with governmental policies and digital guidelines was signed between the Office of the Auditor General of Thailand, the Department of Local Administration.
It supports the Office of the Auditor General of Thailand in its unwavering commitment to innovation in auditing. Recognising the transformative potential of digital technologies, the DGA actively encourages local administrative organisations nationwide to register their agency’s email addresses to gain easy access to the programme. This initiative is designed to empower local administrative organisations to conduct preliminary self-assessments related to budget setting and disbursement, ultimately bolstering their digital government capabilities.
Mr Montien Charoenphon, Deputy Governor of the Auditor General of Thailand, highlighted the importance of supporting personnel of local government organisations in maintaining fiscal discipline. The Office of the Auditor General’s long-term national audit policy focuses on developing local government organisations to ensure transparent budget spending, which aligns with the national strategy on public administration development and the Constitution of the Kingdom of Thailand.
The State Audit Office has developed a web application to strengthen fiscal discipline, which can be accessed conveniently from anywhere and on any device. This application allows local administrative organisations to conduct self-assessments related to budget setting and disbursement for various projects, promoting transparency and accountability in financial management.
Mr Anutin Charnvirakul, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior emphasised the importance of local government organisations in providing public services and solving problems at the regional level. The Department of Local Administration fully supports local government organisations using the financial and fiscal discipline strengthening programme to assess their operations and enhance standards in maintaining fiscal discipline.
The MoU signed between the Office of the Auditor General of Thailand, and the Department of Local Administration represents a collaborative effort to promote good governance and enhance the efficiency of local government organisations through digital technology. This initiative will improve financial discipline and strengthen the overall governance system, benefiting the country and its people.
Further, this partnership reflects the government’s commitment to leveraging digital technology to improve public administration and service delivery. By encouraging local administrative organisations to register their email addresses for the programme, the DGA is facilitating the adoption of digital tools to streamline operations and enhance accountability.
The web application developed by the State Audit Office represents a significant step forward in state auditing. Its user-friendly interface and accessibility from any device make it a valuable resource for local administrative organisations seeking to improve their financial management practices. By providing a framework for self-assessment, the application empowers these organisations to identify areas for improvement and take proactive measures to enhance their fiscal discipline.
The emphasis on transparency and accountability in financial management is crucial for ensuring the effective use of public funds. By promoting these principles through the MOU and digital tools, the government is working to build trust with the public and demonstrate its commitment to responsible governance.
The Department of Local Administration’s support for the programme further underscores the importance of collaboration between government agencies in achieving common goals. By working together, these agencies can leverage their expertise and resources to drive meaningful change and improve the quality of public services.
The signing of the MoU represents a positive development in Thailand’s efforts to enhance its digital government capabilities and promote good governance. It is a testament to the government’s commitment to leveraging technology to benefit its citizens and improve public administration’s efficiency and effectiveness.
