Hong Kong International Academy Against Corruption established to promote academic research in anti-corruption

After a year of preparation, the Hong Kong International Academy Against Corruption (HKIAAC) was formally established by the Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC) on Wednesday.

The academy aims to provide systematic and strategic anti-corruption training courses for anti-corruption officers from around the world, as well as collaborate with international and local research institutions to build a theoretical foundation for various areas of anti-corruption work and provide strategies and solutions to address corruption challenges.

Speaking at the inaugural ceremony, Commissioner Danny Woo Ying-ming expressed his optimism that HKIAAC would become a center for research and knowledge exchange among anti-corruption professionals.

Woo also highlighted that HKIAAC joined hands with the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime in training over 35 anti-corruption officials.

Furthermore, HKIAAC has signed memorandums with five universities to promote anti-corruption research and talent exchange.

Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu acknowledged the significant milestone of the ICAC's 50th anniversary during his speech at the ceremony.

He praised the anti-corruption watchdog for its relentless efforts in playing a pivotal role in establishing Hong Kong as one of the cities with the highest integrity in the world.

The city's leader hopes the HKIAAC will become a research and exchange hub for anti-corruption professionals worldwide.