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ICAC Commissioner Woo Ying-ming Takes the Stage at the G20 Anti-Corruption Meeting

The International Commission Against Corruption's (ICAC) Commissioner, Mr. Woo Ying-ming, marked a significant milestone in international anti-corruption efforts with his first appearance at the G20 Anti-Corruption Working Group in South Africa. As the current President of the International Association of Anti-Corruption Authorities (IAACA), Woo led a delegation from ICAC to engage with over a hundred representatives from various jurisdictions, highlighting the importance of collaboration and communication among anti-corruption agencies worldwide.

During the meeting, Woo underscored the critical initiatives and achievements of the IAACA. He pointed to the successful hosting of the 8th ICAC Symposium and the 11th IAACA Annual Conference in the previous year, which attracted over 500 representatives from nearly 180 anti-corruption and law enforcement agencies across around 60 jurisdictions. This event served as a platform for sharing knowledge and best practices among anti-corruption practitioners.

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Strengthening Global Connections

Mr. Woo emphasized that the IAACA has adapted to contemporary challenges by fostering collaboration through various channels, including online seminars that have attracted over 2,000 participants globally since April of the current year. These initiatives aim not only to connect anti-corruption professionals but also to facilitate a rich exchange of ideas and experiences to combat corruption effectively.
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Woo's discussions with anti-corruption agencies from countries like Brazil, Italy, and local officials from the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime highlighted the importance of future cooperation in training and capacity building. This engagement is expected to lay foundational stones for enhanced collaboration between nations in the fight against graft and corruption.

After the meetings, the ICAC delegation, which also included high-ranking officers such as Mr. Bryan Chong Ka-lok, Mr. Gary Wong Hon-kit, and Mr. Davyn Wan Wing-hung, made a courtesy visit to the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of China to South Africa, H.E. Mr. Wu Peng. During this visit, they discussed local social developments and shared insights into the ICAC’s initiatives focused on anti-corruption.

The outcomes of this meeting are poised to have lasting impacts on how countries collaborate on anti-corruption frameworks, paving the way for innovative solutions and joint strategies aimed at ensuring transparency and accountability in governance. The fruitful exchanges witnessed at the G20 have not only reaffirmed the IAACA's commitments but also signaled a renewed urgency in collective global action against corruption, thereby moving closer to realizing a future free from corrupt practices.

As the world continues to confront emerging challenges, the role of agencies like ICAC, under the leadership of figures like Mr. Woo, will be paramount in building networks of trust and enhancing the capacity of governments worldwide to tackle corruption head-on.