New identity, world-class standards Long-awaited revamp and recent reforms renew the group's determination to lead region in professional excellence.

(From South China Morning Post)

Byline: Reports by Kenneth Ko

THE HONG KONG SOCIETY of Accountants launches its new corporate identity today as the Hong Kong Institute of Certified Public Accountants (HKICPA).

The long-awaited revamp coincides with successful reforms aimed at enhancing the society's self-regulatory functions.

The existing regime on the regulation of local accountants has been improved with the smooth passage of the Professional Accountants (Amendment) Bill 2004 passed in July, which broadens the scope of the society's powers.

This watershed event enabled the organisation to reintroduce itself to its members and the business community as a vibrant, professional and dynamic institution that …