EIGHTY delegates from the Auditor General Department of Sri Lanka visited the Malaysia Rapid Transit Corporation Sdn Bhd (MRT Corp) Corporate Headquarters on 13 July 2018. The visit was part of a 12- day programme that was organised by the National Audit Department of Malaysia.

These delegates are currently attending a 12-day Performance Audit Training Programme from 9 July 2018 – 20 July 2018 and are based in Akademi Audit Negara, Bandar Enstek, Negeri Sembilan.

The aim of this programme is to increase awareness on principles, practises and performance in auditing processes in the public sector as well as sharing experiences on specific audits in the environmental, water, construction and information technology sectors.

MRT Corp Strategic Communications and Stakeholder Relations Director Dato’ Najmuddin Abdullah welcomed the delegates and provided an overview of the Project to them.

He explained the factors considered in constructing an MRT Project and the decisions that are made when determining the alignment route.

With regard to delivery of the Project and ensuring that it is within cost, the SSP Line is currently at about 30% overall completion and MRT Corp rigorously works hard to ensure that it is kept within the budget.

The visit ended with tea being provided for them as refreshments.