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The newly-established Financial Intelligence and Investigation Bureau (FIIB) conducted the first Financial Investigation Course in early June, with a view to boosting officers’ knowledge of financial investigation, management of financial intelligence as well as asset recovery procedures. Over 110 officers from the Force and two treasury accountants from the Forensic Accountants’ Office participated in the course.
At the opening ceremony of the course, Senior Superintendent of FIIB Cheng Lai-ki said, “Technological advancement has redefined the context of financial crimes and fraudsters are becoming more sophisticated nowadays. It is essential for frontline investigation officers to possess the skills for detecting money laundering activities.”
Apart from FIIB officers, speakers from the Commercial Crime Bureau, the Cyber Security and Technology Crime Bureau and the Liaison Bureau shared their insights into the prevalent money laundering trends and international co-operation. Officers of the Customs and Excise Department shared their experiences in investigating financial crimes, while Government Counsels from the Department of Justice explained the details on asset restraint and confiscation matters. Practical exercises were tailor-made for trainees to gain hands-on experience in carrying out fund-flow analyses and financial profile inquiries.
