The audit revealed instances of inflated costs for construction work, unjustified payments, and violations in public procurement.
The Accounts Chamber of the Kyrgyz Republic conducted an audit of the budget execution of the Ministry of Culture, Information, and Tourism, as well as its subordinate structures for the period from January 1 to December 31, 2024.
As a result of the inspection, it was found that internal control over financial discipline was carried out at an insufficient level, leading to numerous violations of legislation and established procedures in various aspects.
In particular, significant violations were identified in the area of labor payments, public procurement, and accounting for material assets.
Additionally, procedural violations occurred during public procurement and contract signing. Instances of advance payments exceeding 10 percent were recorded, as well as procurements conducted without the necessary monitoring.
The audit also uncovered financial and procedural violations related to labor costs, business trips, the use of state property, as well as accounting and financial reporting. In some cases, unjustified inflation of the cost or volume of construction and installation work was recorded.
The results of the audit were discussed at a meeting of the Accounts Chamber Council, where recommendations were developed and written directives were issued aimed at improving financial discipline, addressing identified shortcomings, and ensuring the targeted use of budgetary funds.
