Jakarta, Indonesia – 05 December 2025

CA Maldives held an official meeting with the leadership of the International Federation of Accountants (IFAC) on the sidelines of the IFAC Connect AsiaPac 2025 event in Jakarta. The IFAC delegation was led by President Mr. Jean Bouquot, Deputy President Ms. Taryn Rulton, and CEO Mr. Lee White.

During the meeting, CA Maldives briefed the IFAC leadership on the institution’s recent progress, ongoing challenges, and key initiatives planned for the coming year. Discussions also focused on CA Maldives’ intention to submit its application in 2026 for full IFAC membership, marking a significant step forward from its current Associate Member status.

CA Maldives formally extended an invitation to President Jean Bouquot to visit the Maldives in 2026, further strengthening engagement and collaboration between the two organizations.

The meeting concluded with a shared commitment to continued dialogue and cooperation in support of the development of the accounting profession in the Maldives.