IASB’s and FASB’s key initiatives in the Norwalk Agreement
Joint projects – boards work jointly to address issues (e.g., revenue recognition)
Short-term convergence –remove differences between IFRS and U.S. GAAP for issues where convergence is deemed most likely
IASB liaison – IASB member in residence at FASB
Monitoring IASB projects – FASB monitors IASB projects of most interest
Convergence research project – identification of all major differences between IFRS and U.S. GAAP
Convergence potential – FASB assesses agenda items for possible cooperation with IASB