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Philippa Karsera's Absence from the Audit Committee and the Reactions

January 22, 2026

The absence of Philippa Karsera from the Parliamentary Audit Committee meeting sparked reactions. Karsera stated that she could not attend due to her presidency in an EU Committee. Despite sending her positions to assist the Committee’s work, some MPs argued she should have been present. The Auditor General's report highlights relationships between companies and the government that may be influenced by political decisions. The Agency responded with allegations of politicization regarding the auditing process.