The Deputy Commissioner (Management and Strategy Development) of the Customs and Excise Department, Huang Huican, attended a integrity leadership workshop organized by the Civil Service Bureau and the Hong Kong Independent Commission Against Corruption (Hong Kong ICAC) on behalf of her department on May 5. Approximately 130 civil servants from over 70 departments and bureaus participated in the event to exchange ideas on anti-corruption and integrity practices. Focusing on "sensible financial management," Huang shared practical experiences in promoting integrity and counseling regulatory strategies. The workshop also featured case studies and anti-corruption information from Civil Service Bureau's Discipline Office and the Hong Kong ICAC, empowering participants to recognize and mitigate risks. The importance of integrity leadership in maintaining the Customs and Excise Department's clean culture was emphasized.
The Customs and Excise Department has always prioritized and actively promoted integrity across various departments. In the future, the department plans to continue collaborating closely with other bureaus and departments to solidify Hong Kong's renowned culture of incorruptibility. This proactive stance underscores the department's commitment to upholding high ethical standards and ensuring the integrity of public service.
Given the significant role that financial prudence plays in ethical decision-making for civil servants, the ongoing integrity leadership workshops serve to fortify these practices. By fostering a culture of integrity and vigilance, the Hong Kong ICAC and the Civil Service Bureau are working together to enhance the accountability and trustworthiness of public service in Hong Kong. This collaborative effort is crucial in the preservation and enhancement of Hong Kong's integrity in governance and administration.