EPA Class Work Set up supervisory authorities 3B Doris Ko (12)(it) Liona Li (22)(it) Priscilla Li (24) Kelly Ling (26) Chole Lo (28) **Kimberly Lu (29) The role of the Government Set up supervisory authorities Independent non-governmental statutory body The Securities and the Futures Commission of Hong Kong Provide protection for members investing in or holding financial products Minimize crime and misconduct in the industry Maintain and promote the fairness, efficiency, competitiveness, transparency and orderliness of the industry Assist the Financial Secretary in maintaining the financial stability of Hong Kong Regulate the securities and futures markets in Hong Kong Improve reputation among external stakeholders and the public Promote understanding and functioning of the securities and futures industry Office of the Telecommunications Authority Fulfill community's expectations Statutory body Management of radio frequency spectrum Provide a fair regulatory environment Regulate the telecommunications Industry (internet service , wireless service, public Wi-Fi services) Enforcement of fair competition Maintaining Hong Kong as a pre-eminent Telecommunications centre ICAC Law Enforcement Anti-Corruption Laws Monitor the operation Landmark Cases Check and Balances Balancing forces: Chief Executive, Legislative Council, Separate Power of Prosecution etc. Prevention and Education Hold some preventive education programmes Staff Code of conduct To fight against corruption and ensure Hong Kong to become one of the cleanest places in the world Hong Kong Monetary Authority Linked Exchange Rate System Maintain currency stability Interest Rate Adjustment Mechanism Promote safety & stably banking system Supervise the operation of banking industry regulation of banking business business of taking deposits supervision of authorised institutions enhance the efficiency, integrity and development of the financial system Inland Revenue Department Collect revenue efficiently and cost-effectively Responsible for the administration of the Hong Kong taxes and duties Promote compliance through rigorous enforcement of law, education and publicity programmes Provide courteous and effective service to the taxpaying public Promote Hong Kong prosperity and stability