CE meets Secretary of Party Leadership Group and Prosecutor General of Supreme People's Procuratorate (with photo)
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Mr Lee welcomed Mr Ying and his delegation to Hong Kong to attend the 15th China-ASEAN Prosecutors-General Conference. He expressed gratitude to the Central Government and the Supreme People's Procuratorate for supporting Hong Kong in organising this high-level conference for the first time, which further consolidates Hong Kong's role as a regional hub for legal exchanges and fully demonstrates the unique position and advantages of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) under the "one country, two systems" principle, having the strong support of the country while maintaining unparalleled connectivity with the world.
Mr Lee noted that the theme of this year's conference is "Combatting Money Laundering and Corruption, and Recovering Assets in the Technological Age". As an international financial, shipping, and trade centre, Hong Kong is the only common law jurisdiction within the country, with its legal system aligned with most major financial centres around the world. While maintaining a highly open international market, Hong Kong attaches great importance to safeguarding the integrity of its financial system and has consistently adhered to international standards in its anti-money laundering systems and measures. The Department of Justice has also established a dedicated sub-division to handle technology crimes and digital evidence, proactively addressing the challenges brought by technological advancements.
Mr Lee said that Hong Kong has been integrating into the overall national development. The Department of Justice is committed to promoting "soft connectivity" between local prosecutors and representatives of procuratorates across the Mainland, deepening co-operation in areas such as mutual legal assistance in criminal matters, training of prosecutorial personnel, and expert exchanges, to effectively combat cross-border crimes. The HKSAR Government will continue to deepen co-operation with the Mainland in prosecution, contributing to the country's construction of the rule of law.
Ends/Monday, September 22, 2025
Issued at HKT 16:30
Issued at HKT 16:30
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