Brussels, 30/07/2008 (Agence Europe) - The International Accounting Standards Committee (IASC) of the International Accounting Standards Board (IASB) that defines the International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) that apply in the European Union (and elsewhere) has launched a consultation exercise, which will run until 20 September 2008, on reform of the IASB. In order to improve public accountability vis-à-vis public authorities responsible for the general interest, it suggests...