2025-11-20
This week, Auditor General Irena Segalovičienė, together with Lina Nuobarienė, Head of the Communications and International Relations Department, participated in the Meeting of the Contact Committee of the Heads of Supreme Audit Institutions of the European Union in Malta. At one of the most important meetings of the year, representatives of the European supreme audit institutions discussed the most pressing issues related to strengthening European competitiveness, the effectiveness of public investment, innovation policy, and the directions of EU economic development.
"Europe is facing competitiveness challenges today. To address them, the EU has presented a Competitiveness compass to restore Europe's dynamism and boost economic growth. To achieve these goals, the contribution of supreme audit institutions is also needed to reduce the innovation gap, ensure the transition to clean and affordable energy, strengthen skills, eliminate excessive administrative burdens, and in other areas," stressed the Auditor General.
The event focused on the state of EU competitiveness, key policy areas, and planned initiatives, including the European Competitiveness Fund presented by the European Commission as part of the next Multiannual Financial Framework package.
Particular attention was paid to the presentation of experiences and discussions on public investment mechanisms, the implementation of infrastructure policy, innovation financing, energy security solutions, labour market changes, skills development, and the impact of technological progress on the public sector.
About the Contact Committee
The Contact Committee is an autonomous, independent and non-political assembly of the heads of supreme audit institutions of European Union Member States and the European Court of Auditors. It provides a forum to discuss and address matters of common interest relating to the EU by fostering dialogue and co-operation in audit and related activities, and establishing and promoting common positions on emerging audit and accountability issues.
The Contact Committee provides an opportunity to collaborate directly with colleagues from various EU countries, share expertise, experience, and best practices, and strive for more consistent and higher-quality assessment of public financial management throughout the European Union.