Press Statement
2007-6-29
The following statement is issued by ICAC Commissioner, Mrs Fanny Law Fan Chiu-fun:
"To sustain Hong Kong's success, we must spare no effort in upholding a clean civil service and a clean business environment with a level playing field. This is my unwavering belief.
Throughout these years, the ICAC has made tremendous contribution in making Hong Kong one of the least corrupt places in the world. It has won exceptional public support and international acclaim for its great work.
I feel greatly honoured to have served in this prestigious organisation, and conclude my public service here. Incidentally, it is also the starting point of my career as I had worked briefly as an ICAC officer more than 30 years ago.
For the past eight months, I thoroughly enjoyed working with ICAC colleagues who are highly professional and dedicated in pursuing the anti-corruption mission. To mark the 10th anniversary of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, we have taken sto ck of achievements in the past decade and developed strategic plans on the way forward.
In the past decade, Hong Kong has continued to shine in anti-corruption work:
- In 2006, the Berlin-based anti-corruption watchdog, Transparency International, ranked Hong Kong as the 15th least corrupt among 163 places in the world and second in Asia. Back in 1997, Hong Kong was in the 18th place among 52 places polled.
- ICAC's three-pronged attack against corruption through investigation, prevention and education has been widely recognised as an effective anti-corruption strategy.
- Last year, we received a record 73 per cent of non-anonymous corruption reports, compared to 68 per cent in 1997. This reflects growing public confidence in the ICAC. The conviction rate of ICAC cases stood at a record 88 per cent in 2006.
- ICAC Annual Surveys in recent years consistently found that up to 99 per cent of respondents supported the Commission.
These accomplishments are largely due to the hard work, dedication, perseverance and professionalism of ICAC colleagues.
I sincerely hope that the community will not take for granted these hard earned achievements and continue to fight corruption with the same vigor and vigilance. Looking ahead, ICAC will work more proactively with international and mainland anti-corruptio n agencies, as corruption activities become more globalised; and more closely with other government departments and various sectors of the community to deal with corruption holistically, e.g. in building management and financial services. The aim is to strengthen the integrity culture and system for sustainable development.
Later this year, the Commission will have its own Headquarters and the three departments –'96 operations, prevention and community education –'96 will be under the same roof for the first time. This will help to strengthen the partnership among the three departments and uplift staff morale. I am sure ICAC colleagues will provide even better service to the community.
Lastly, I am confident that under the leadership of my successor, the ICAC will continue to fulfil its important role in fighting corruption without fear or favour, and go from strength to strength. ”
"To sustain Hong Kong's success, we must spare no effort in upholding a clean civil service and a clean business environment with a level playing field. This is my unwavering belief.
Throughout these years, the ICAC has made tremendous contribution in making Hong Kong one of the least corrupt places in the world. It has won exceptional public support and international acclaim for its great work.
I feel greatly honoured to have served in this prestigious organisation, and conclude my public service here. Incidentally, it is also the starting point of my career as I had worked briefly as an ICAC officer more than 30 years ago.
For the past eight months, I thoroughly enjoyed working with ICAC colleagues who are highly professional and dedicated in pursuing the anti-corruption mission. To mark the 10th anniversary of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, we have taken sto ck of achievements in the past decade and developed strategic plans on the way forward.
In the past decade, Hong Kong has continued to shine in anti-corruption work:
- In 2006, the Berlin-based anti-corruption watchdog, Transparency International, ranked Hong Kong as the 15th least corrupt among 163 places in the world and second in Asia. Back in 1997, Hong Kong was in the 18th place among 52 places polled.
- ICAC's three-pronged attack against corruption through investigation, prevention and education has been widely recognised as an effective anti-corruption strategy.
- Last year, we received a record 73 per cent of non-anonymous corruption reports, compared to 68 per cent in 1997. This reflects growing public confidence in the ICAC. The conviction rate of ICAC cases stood at a record 88 per cent in 2006.
- ICAC Annual Surveys in recent years consistently found that up to 99 per cent of respondents supported the Commission.
These accomplishments are largely due to the hard work, dedication, perseverance and professionalism of ICAC colleagues.
I sincerely hope that the community will not take for granted these hard earned achievements and continue to fight corruption with the same vigor and vigilance. Looking ahead, ICAC will work more proactively with international and mainland anti-corruptio n agencies, as corruption activities become more globalised; and more closely with other government departments and various sectors of the community to deal with corruption holistically, e.g. in building management and financial services. The aim is to strengthen the integrity culture and system for sustainable development.
Later this year, the Commission will have its own Headquarters and the three departments –'96 operations, prevention and community education –'96 will be under the same roof for the first time. This will help to strengthen the partnership among the three departments and uplift staff morale. I am sure ICAC colleagues will provide even better service to the community.
Lastly, I am confident that under the leadership of my successor, the ICAC will continue to fulfil its important role in fighting corruption without fear or favour, and go from strength to strength. ”