Its achievements include the case against Peter Godber, a senior police officer who amassed HK $4.3 million of assets from corruption during his 20 years of government service.
In 2023, for instance, the JPEX scandal broke, with reports of police investigating allegations of fraud stemming from complaints filed by 2,000 victims.
[6] As Hong Kong tries to establish itself as a financial hub using next generation internet technologies, digital economy experts note that existing laws may not be enough to prevent illegal operation of virtual asset platforms and to protect investors from fraud and losses.
[6] The capacity of Hong Kong’s anti-corruption reform to maintain public support has also been challenged by several high-profile corruption cases.
[7] This problem is further highlighted by a study that found the lingering prospect of political interference representing a significant future challenge for the agency.