Hong Kong civil servants warned to avoid perks after official’s bribery probe

South China Morning PostCenter-RightEN 1 min read 100% complete by Ng Kang-chung,William Yiu,Edith LinJanuary 25, 2026 at 02:49 PM

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Hong Kong civil servants are being cautioned to avoid workplace perks following the dismissal and bribery investigation of Ricky Cheng Chun-sang, former director of the Tianjin Liaison Unit. Cheng was dismissed after posting social media images of an upgraded ferry cabin during a trip to Macau, leading to accusations of violating the Prevention of Bribery Ordinance. The incident has prompted calls for authorities to clarify how Cheng became involved in the case. Federation of Civil Service Unions chairman Leung Chau-ting emphasized that civil servants should avoid situations that could be perceived as involving improper benefits, especially those working in non-local offices. The case serves as a reminder that Hong Kong's anti-bribery laws apply to civil servants regardless of location.

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