Summary

SAI China realesed information on several audits in the field of agriculture conducted by municipal audit institutions. In Shenyang, Liaoning Province, the effectiveness of use of funds allocated to strengthening the rural collective economy was assessed. Auditors examined operation of greenhouses and the progress of municipal agricultural investment projects, as well as assessed the quality of engineering work performed. In Chongqing*, during an audit of natural resources, geographic information technology was widely used. Auditors examined title documents for agricultural land, and monitored progress of agricultural construction projects during on-site inspections. During the audit of the modernization and renovation of a centralized wastewater treatment plant for rural territories in Hebei Province, auditors focused on the construction quality and practical functionality of the facility. They reviewed the drawings, tender and design documents, and conducted an on-site inspection. In the framework of compliance audit, the auditors assessed adherence to environmental requirements, design documents and standards. In Henan Province, auditors focused on rural fish farming. They comprehensively examined the progress and benefits of rural fisheries projects through document analysis and on-site inspections. In Hubei Province, auditors assessed the performance of rural domestic wastewater treatment plants. The team reviewed regulations, inspection reports, and conducted on-site inspections to assess the implementation of maintenance systems. The audit focused on the construction of domestic sewer pipe networks in the province, digital monitoring, and the operation and maintenance of treatment facilities. * City of central subordination.