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A Case Study

Lessons from the Hong Kong Independent Commission Against Corruption

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ID12969734
AuthorsMing Li Hsieh (University of Wisconsin–Eau Claire, corresponding author)
Year2016
Volume6
Pages5-15
Publication date2016-02-23
Peer ReviewedYes
Open AccessYes
TypeARTICLE
VenueInternational Journal of Criminology and Sociology (JOURNAL)
Journal identifiersISSN: 1929-4409 • E-ISSN: 1929-4409
PublisherLifescience Global (PUBLISHER • CA)
DOI10.6000/1929-4409.2017.06.02
OpenAlexW4380523386
LanguageEN
Citations received1
References cited32

This article is a case study that examines the three-pronged approach (TPA) of the Independent Commission against Corruption (ICAC) in Hong Kong. Its functions and operations on anti-corruption matters will be assessed from an institution-oriented perspective. It is suggested that for decades, the TPA had been misunderstood in its role as a conventional investigation, prevention and education tool and that such misconceptions may lead to a failure in anti-corruption institutional reform. By better understanding the TPA and its simplistic traits of deterrence and trust then we may be able to remedy the misconceptions the public has about ICAC’s strategies. Policy implications involve further improvements in anti-corruption agencies that will enhance their role in maintaining an environment free of corruption

Business · Commission · Deterrence theory · Institution · Language change · Perspective (graphical · Political science · Public relations · Computer Science · Electoral Systems and Political Participation · Judicial and Constitutional Studies · Law · Public Administration · Public Policy and Administration Research

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