In 2009, ava became a newcomer of hong kongs music industry, she previously launched her singles including hku girls, private affair official handle, and treat you worse just want you afraid. Hong kong book fair subdued after bookseller disappearances. The community relations department of the icac will stage an exhibition booth themed geedordor cafe in the hong kong book fair. Hong kong book fair exhibitors list 20140722 inbooker. The court dismissed the application on the grounds that the discovery sought was unnecessary for fair disposal of the matter and considered that it was inappropriate and unnecessary for the.
We need better anticorruption bodies, not more may 8, 2014 12. The independent commission against corruption icac marked its 40th anniversary in 2014. Hong kong graft busters exit stirs fears over agencys independence. Independent commission against corruption mauritius independent commission against corruption hong kong independent commission against corruption new south wales independent commissioner against corruption south australia indiana collegiate athletic conference. The largest socalled ifa company in hong kongconvoy financial servicesis a chinese company. Booth c25, childrens paradise hall 3b, hong kong book fair 2019, hong kong convention and exhibition centre, wan chai. The cpib was established in 1952 and the hong kong icac in 1974. Since its inception in 1974, the icac has been a unique anticorruption agency, which is directly answerable to the chief executive of the hong kong special administrative region hksar, peoples republic of china, who is the head of the hksar government. The address of the icac listed in the eversion of icac publications is changed to 303 java road, north point, hong kong for the latest contact details of the icac regional offices listed in the eversion of icac publications, please refer to icac regional offices. The next phase of the nsw independent commission against corruptions icac public inquiry into the regulation of lobbying, access and influence in nsw operation eclipse will focus on the roles and. The 2014 hktdc hong kong book fair will be a very special event. Briefing by the commissioner, independent commission against corruption purpose this document introduces the overall corruption scene in 2014 and the commissions major anticorruption initiatives in 2015. Hong kong business ethics development centre hkbedc.
The independent commission against corruption icac. Antibribery and anticorruption law update hong kong lawyer. Press releases webbsite whos who database on hong kong. The icac s booth at the hong kong book fair in july helped promote its anticorruption message. From sara wheelers adventure in antarctic to tim moores travel riding across europe on a bicycle, and from sophie hannahs rewriting of agatha christies legendary detective characters to her poetry work on modern marriage and everyday experiences, the british writers events organised by the british council and the.
The headquarters of the independent commission against corruption in hong kong. Hong kong book fair, 29th hong kong book fair 2018. The icac has participated in the hong kong book fair for six consecutive years. The series are public awareness films produced by radio television hong kong, an independent department of the government, with the full cooperation of the icac itself. I agree that the above information may be used by the hong kong trade development council hktdc for incorporation in its database for sending the information of hong kong book fair to me, and for direct marketing productsservices of hktdc. The icac has launched a series of events to commemorate this special occasion. British writers events at hong kong book fair 2017. Scifi and mystery reading the world when fantasy meets reality. Most of these tend to be about publishing, books, literature, library, linguistics and. The consulate general of france in hong kong and macau will participate in the hktdc hong kong book fair 2014 from 16 to 22 july. Icac said on wednesday that 67 of the allegations involved the use of force or threats against candidates or.
From anticorruption to business ethics the icacs perspective thank you to schmidt vinothek for sponsoring the. Hong kongs independent commission against corruption icac and singapores corrupt practices investigation bureau cpib are two of the most acclaimed anticorruption commissions in asia, often seen and studied as role models in combating corruption. This article is a case study that examines the threepronged approach tpa of the independent commission against corruption icac in hong kong. Hong kong icac about icac annual reports icac annual. Independent commission against corruption new south wales. The commission was established in 1989, pursuant to the independent commission.
During the year, the department took part for the first time in the 25th hong kong book fair to exhibit icac s wide range of publications and multimedia productions on corruption prevention and positive values. The icacs regional office in kowloon central in the 1970s. For one week, residents of hk flock to the convention centre to browse and purchase a huge variety of cantonese and english books. He is a commercial litigation specialist with over 30 years experience in corporate governance, compliance and regulatory matters, including cross border fraud investigations, asset tracing claims and recovery actions. We treasure this platform which enables us to introduce our moral education products and share our integrity promotion experience with parents and children facetoface, mr ho said. Anticorruption in hong kong global compliance news. Please click here for the 37th issue of the icac post. In july, she launched her photo album at the hong kong book fair, which shooting in sabah, malaysia.
Hong kong book fair 2020 all you need to know before you. Breaking news, analysis and opinion from the scmps hong kong edition. The independent commission against corruption icac, an independent agency of the government of new south wales, is responsible for eliminating and investigating corrupt activities and enhancing the integrity of the public administration in the state of new south wales, australia. Monica yu, executive director of hk ethics development centre, icac topic. Its so big it is listed on the hong kong stock exchange. Include in the code a statement that integrity, honesty and fair play is the companys core values and that a high standard of business ethics is expected of all directors and staff. Hong kong icac press releases senior station officer of fsd guilty of perversion. The icac s continuous participation in the hong kong book fair is a typical example. The icacs booth at the hong kong book fair in july helped promote its anticorruption message. Both were established by crown administrators to check rampant corruption within the then colonys.
Hong kong book fair 2020 hong kong books multimedia. The 2016 hong kong book fair, the most important event in the citys literary calendar, opened its doors on wednesday to familiar. Operations, corruption prevention and community relations. Please tick here if you object to our use of your personal data for direct marketing. Other zones will focus on books related to the chinese mainland, taiwan, teenagers, children and religion. Promoting integrity in childrens paradise visiting the hong kong book fair held at the hong kong convention and exhibition centre is one of the most popular summer activities for local citizens. Every summer, hundreds of thousands of bookworms flock to the hong kong book fair. We will not send you any promotional and other materials upon receiving your request with no charge. Hong kong icac press releases icac cartoon character. With determination and perseverance, the icac will continue to combat corruption rigorously to maintain a clean and fair society in hong kong. The proprietor of a crossborder school bus service company and a former driver of a coach company have been charged by the icac today july 17 with conspiracy for the latter to accept bribes totalling renminbi 2,160 for driving 108 students to cross the shenzhenhong kong border on seven occasions.
As at the end of 2017, the commission had an establishment of 1 472 posts. Hong kong book fair 2019 prefair highlights youtube. Icac is the recognised accountancy grouping for the caribbean with 7 member bodies national institutes and a. The icac took part in the hong kong book fair for the first time in 2014 to introduce its anticorruption publications and av productions to the general public. In the ensuing paragraphs, increases or decreases in figures or percentages are results by comparison with those in 20. During the year, the department took part for the first time in the 25th hong kong book fair to exhibit icacs wide range of publications and multimedia productions on corruption prevention and positive values. The group also stands ready to tender further advice to on how to apply the recommended practices in this best practice checklist to suit individual needs. Hong kong book fair 2020 will be held from 1521 july at hong kong exhibition and convention centre. The live stream will resume on tuesday 18 february 2020 at 10. The series are public awareness films produced by radio television hong kong, an independent department of the government, with the full cooperation of the icac itself each series.
The icac has released new conflict of interest faqs for managers and. The icacs booth at the hong kong book fair in july helped. It operates mainly by investigating and giving recommendations to government departments. The address of the icac listed in the eversion of icac publications is changed to 303 java road, north point, hong kong. B v commissioner of the independent commission against corruption 2010 hkec 122. Nearly 80,000 people about 1% of hong kongs population are currently licensed to sell insurance. The office of ombudsman is a hong kong statutory authority, established in 1989, charged with ensuring that hong kong is served by a fair and efficient public administration that is committed to accountable, openness and quality of services. State the companys zero tolerance towards corruption and fraud. Your source for credible news and authoritative insights from hong kong, china and the world.
A major event, last years showcase of the latest pageturners attracted more than one million attendees and included some 360 cultural events to promote reading. The annual hong kong book fair is held at the hkcec in wan chai each summer. In the recent case of cls v lpkp 2018 hkfc 6, the petitionerwife in matrimonial proceedings applied for specific discovery against the banker of the respondenthusband. Venue, hong kong convention and exhibition centre hall 3 3ce02. Its main aim was to clean up endemic corruption in the many departments of the hong kong government. Gary seib is one of the first lawyers to be granted solicitor advocate status before the hong kong courts. Eventegg is an event finder, provides travel and support services to attendees who wish to attend congresses, conferences, trade shows, fair and exhibitions business and academic events worldwide. Does your government have a single or primary anticorruption strategy. The hong kong business ethics development centre of the independent commission against corruption icac details of the centre are set out in section a of part 5 is much indebted to the following organisations for their invaluable contributions and opinions made towards the production of this toolkit. Ebook vending machines were also being showcased for the first time.