For the purposes of this Auditing Standard, the following terms have the meanings attributed below: …

Internal audit function means a function of an entity that performs assurance and consulting activities designed to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of the entity’s governance, risk management and internal control processes. …

Direct assistance means the use of internal auditors to perform audit procedures under the direction, supervision and review of the external auditor. …

For the purposes of this Auditing Standard, the following terms have the meanings attributed below:   …

Arm’s length transaction means a transaction conducted on such terms and conditions as between a willing buyer and a willing seller who are unrelated and are acting independently of each other and pursuing their own best interests. …

Related party means a party that is either:  (Ref: Para.  A4‑A7 )   A related party as defined in the applicable financial reporting framework * ; or Where the applicable financial reporting framework establishes minimal or no related party requirements: …