ICAC Commissioner Leads Delegation to Vienna for UN Anti-Corruption Conference
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Summary
Independent Commission Against Corruption Commissioner David Wong Che-yuen departed Hong Kong on Monday leading a delegation to Vienna, Austria for a United Nations anti-corruption conference. The visit focuses on strengthening international cooperation in anti-corruption enforcement and sharing best practices with counterparts worldwide.
Key Points
- ICAC Commissioner David Wong Che-yuen is leading a delegation to Vienna, Austria to attend the UNODC anti-corruption conference
- Wong will meet the newly appointed UNODC Executive Director to discuss international anti-corruption cooperation
- The delegation will attend the seventh plenary meeting of the Global Anti-Corruption Enforcement Cooperation Network under UNODC
- Wong will chair an anti-corruption workshop, sharing Hong Kong's experience with law enforcement agencies from various countries
- The delegation will meet Yin Haigang, Chargé d'affaires of China's Permanent Mission to the United Nations in Vienna, during the visit
- The delegation is scheduled to return to Hong Kong on Friday
Why It Matters
The visit underscores Hong Kong's commitment to global anti-corruption efforts and its role in international law enforcement networks. As a major financial centre, Hong Kong's active participation in UNODC initiatives strengthens its reputation for integrity and enhances cross-border cooperation in combating transnational corruption .
The visit underscores Hong Kong's commitment to global anti-corruption efforts and its role in international law enforcement networks. As a major financial centre, Hong Kong's active participation in UNODC initiatives strengthens its reputation for integrity and enhances cross-border cooperation in combating transnational corruption .