Transparency and accountability to each other
Principle: Transparency and accountability to each other.
Clarification: Mutual accountability and accountability to the intended beneficiaries of our co-operation, as well as to our respective citizens, organisations, constituents and shareholders, is critical to delivering results. Transparent practices form the basis for enhanced accountability.
Occurrence | Bindings or notes |
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Transparency and accountability to each other (Busan Partnership) | This is the source for this principle |
Mutual accountability (Paris Declaration) | mutual accountability (partner countries and donors) and transparency in the use of development resources |
Accountability (Principles of Democracy) | Focus on the accountability of elected and appointed officials to the people |
Transparency (Principles of Democracy) | Focus on transparency in government. A transparent government holds public meetings and allows citizens to attend. Access to information. |
Remain engaged even in poorly governed countries so that “the poor do not pay twice.” ((Worldbank/ GAC key principles) | Lack of transparency and accountability will not block engagement |
Practice transparency and accountability (Istanbul Principles) | Focus on transparency and accountability for CSOs |
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Jan Goossenaerts
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