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The Independent Commission Against Corruption was established in 1974 when Hong Kong was under British rule. Its aim was to clean up endemic corruption in the many departments of the Hong Kong government through law enforcement, prevention and community education.

last updated:

9 September, 2024

Chim Pui-chung is known for his outspoken nature and at times crass remarks. Photo: SCMP

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Explainer | ‘Angry Chiu Chow man’: who is Hong Kong’s Chim Pui-chung?

From ‘golden banker’ fame to fiery outbursts, the Post looks at background of former lawmaker found guilty in fraud case this week.

10 Dec 2024 - 6:06PM

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Former Hong Kong lawmaker Chim Pui-chung and son found guilty of fraud

9 Dec 2024 - 7:00PM

Hong Kong courts

13 ex-insurance agents in Hong Kong plead guilty in HK$52 million fraud case

23 Nov 2024 - 11:15PM

ICAC

Explainer | ‘Angry Chiu Chow man’: who is Hong Kong’s Chim Pui-chung?

From ‘golden banker’ fame to fiery outbursts, the Post looks at background of former lawmaker found guilty in fraud case this week.

Former Hong Kong lawmaker Chim Pui-chung and son found guilty of fraud

13 ex-insurance agents in Hong Kong plead guilty in HK$52 million fraud case

148 people arrested in Hong Kong for allegedly faking construction work experience

ICAC finds suspects used false work experience documents to cheat government into issuing relevant professional certificates.

Former worker at Hong Kong’s ESF school group pleads guilty to taking bribes

Fatima Rumjahn pocketed HK$190,000 in exchange for helping secure kindergarten enrolment and planned to accept another HK$530,000.

Hong Kong court slams Airport Authority, Aecom over exploiting expert

Rocky Cheung cleared of fraud-related charges after judge finds he inadvertently created false inspection records due to heavy workload.

Hong Kong anti-corruption agency charges 4 over ParknShop ‘ghost workers’ wages

Suspects allegedly conspired to deceive company over wages amounting to more than HK$3.2 million by falsifying attendance records.

Ex-headmaster charged with fraud for cheating Hong Kong school out of HK$270,000

Chen Yi-hsin, 47, is accused of making false claims about unpaid salary and misusing his position to withdraw school funds for personal use.

Ex-Airport Authority executive pleads guilty to taking HK$3.3 million in bribes

Ricky Lee, 49, also admits to handling more than HK$5.6 million in illegal proceeds linked to construction of the third runway project.

Hong Kong police chief inspector, wife charged in HK$1.1 million bribery case

Chief Inspector Ho Siu-tung, 38, allegedly received two cash payments of HK$500,000

Hong Kong’s anti-graft agency issues warning after tourist poses as investigator

Mainland Chinese woman, 30, shares photos of herself dressed in office employee uniform on Instagram-like platform Xiaohongshu.

5 arrested in Hong Kong over construction fraud, bid-rigging

Independent Commission Against Corruption and Competition Commission detain suspects after 20 earlier arrests in April for similar offences.

7 executives of Hong Kong-listed firm arrested over alleged HK$120 million fraud

City’s anti-corruption agency joins forces with securities regulator and Macau police to carry out operation.

Hong Kong anti-graft agency marks 50 years with rare glimpse into operations

Popular media portrayal of the Independent Commission Against Corruption’s work draws visitors to open house.

‘No signs’ of collective corruption among Hong Kong civil service: anti-graft body

Civil Service Bureau also fends off grilling from lawmakers on anti-graft efforts, days after ICAC arrests government staff in bribery case.

Hong Kong government staff among 8 arrested in procurement corruption case

Independent Commission Against Corruption says members of Electrical and Mechanical Services Department arrested in bribery case.

Coach, player among 3 charged in connection with Hong Kong match-fixing case

Trio among 12 players and coaches arrested last month for allegedly fixing matches and placing illegal bets on football games.

5 Hong Kong health officials charged over stealing luxury food meant for testing

Health inspectors allegedly kept portions of food selected for radiation testing, including canned abalones, white truffle sauce and crab bisque.

20 arrested in Hong Kong over alleged scheme to fake roadworthiness test results

Those held include 10 staff members of designated car testing centre in New Territories and four proprietors of three garages.

6 men charged in connection with HK$830,000 construction waste-dumping fraud

Fraud ring charged with alleged HK$830,000 construction waste-dumping fraud at Fanling landfill site.

12 football players, coaches arrested over suspicion of match-fixing in Hong Kong

Suspects are from three teams and are accused of manipulating results of matches after illegal bets were placed on outcome.

Editorial | ICAC must build on 50 years to ensure no hiding place for Hong Kong graft

Anniversary of anti-corruption body serves as a reminder of just how far city has come and how it has to continue the battle.

Strong core values just as vital as laws in anti-graft fight: top Hong Kong judge

Chief Justice Andrew Cheung says public education has been key to success of city’s anti-graft agency.

Ex-professor wanted by Hong Kong anti-corruption agency detained in Poland

Yeung Lam-lung, 59, detained by Polish authorities at international airport, Interpol told Hong Kong’s ICAC.

Hong Kong court quashes convictions of 4 in alleged scheme to defraud Convoy

Court of Appeal clears three executives of two charges of conspiracy to defraud and quashes conviction of fourth defendant.

5 charged in Hong Kong in case linked to HK$1.5 million payment to stage crimes

Independent Commission Against Corruption alleges plot set up to help two inmates get reduced sentences for tipoffs to police.

Rise in Hong Kong corruption complaints to ICAC down to private sector

Adviser to Independent Commission Against Corruption says increase in complaints last year caused by more allegations involving private sector.

3 footballers charged over bribery, illegal gambling, match-fixing in Hong Kong

Trio, betting agent allegedly conspired with others to ensure Happy Valley club lost certain number of matches between 2022 and 2023.