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Introduction
The following provided answers further describe the features and challenges facing the adoption
and implementation of IASB in the world.
Explanation:
Question 1
Benefits of achieving convergence with IFRS
Question 2
Substantial challenges to the growth of IFRS in the coming years include
Question 3
Addressing these challenges
In the case of understanding international convergence, IFAC can enhance this process
through greater clarification of the end results.
In the case of translation difficulties, IFRS should adopt and establish a reliable platform
of translation process in order to facilitate high quality translations of international
standards
In the case of complexity, the international standards setters should develop standards that
continue to be principled based, less complex text and a structure which is easy to
incorporate in national law.
Question 4
Should countries still adhere to the traditional accounting standard?
References:
Ramana, K. Misztal, K. Beyersdorfer, D. (May, 2011). The IASB at A Crossroad: The Future of
International Financial Reporting Standards. Harvard Business School. Retrieved from
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