Issue no. 123
(1 September 2006)		  

Dear Members / Member Practices,

 
A reason to be proud
eing a CPA today has never been better as the demand for our professional skills keeps surging. With the second anniversary of the Institute's rebranding coming on 8 September, it's time for all CPAs to celebrate. Watch for more exciting things next week.
Serving the public
he Institute leadership's contribution to public services has been recognized by the government, with President Paul Chan's appointment as chairman of the Legal Aid Services Council for two years starting this month and Vice President Carlson Tong's appointment as Justice of the Peace in early July.
Accounting for environment
ong Kong's competitiveness is undermined by its environmental pollution. What can accountants, businessmen and green advocates do to help clean up the territory? Watch for the September issue of A Plus next week.

GST debate is still raging. Click here to see the candid comments from the Institute's president.
Care for the elderly
lderly advocates met with Institute representatives on 30 August to explain their plan to improve Hong Kong people's retired lives. The group expects the government will soon introduce a public consultation to look into the rapidly ageing population issue. Visit the Joint Alliance for Universal Retirement Protection's website for more.

Have a meaningful Mid-Autumn Festival by donating moon cakes or cash to the unattended elderly. Call the Against Elderly Abuse of Hong Kong's hotline at 8200-1744 for more.
No double tax
Hong Kong gets a stronger position as a gateway to China for international companies as a result of the new tax agreement signed with the central government. The Institute praises the agreement as good for business by eliminating double taxation.
IT is risky
Imagine all the money and hassle you'll save if you improve your savvy in IT risk management. Here's your last chance to enrol in the Institute's executive course organized with Hewlett Packard and HKU SPACE.
Future rests on sustainability
Accountants in business are embracing the trend of social, economic and environmental sustainability. IFAC's recent two publications provide insights and business leaders' view on the issue.
For your information
Caring Company Scheme 2006/07 is now open for nomination for companies with outstanding social responsibility records.
Volunteer for Playright's flag day on 16 September to raise funds for its hospitalized children play service.
See how your company's green efforts measure up by enrolling in the Environmental Campaign Committee's Hong Kong Eco-Business Awards.
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