Requirement 1.1: The government must be fully + actively engaged in the EITI process. Implementing countries are required to: (a) issue a clear public unequivocal statement of intent to implement EITI - the EITI commitment by the highest level of government (head of state / government / minister); (b) appoint a senior government official to lead implementation - typically a Minister or Senior Government Representative who serves as the EITI Champion + has the authority + autonomy + resources to carry out implementation; (c) commit to working with civil society + companies + the multi-stakeholder group (MSG). Government engagement must be sustained over time + survive changes in administration; the public statement of commitment should be reaffirmed on changes. Government engagement is the cornerstone of EITI legitimacy - without genuine government commitment EITI implementation cannot achieve the transparency outcomes.
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