CPA Pulse (July 2025)

FEATURES

Visit from Singapore Tax Academy

The Institute hosted Singapore Tax Academy, discussing tax education and collaboration.

Third GBA delegation to Foshan

The Institute’s Greater Bay Area Committee led a delegation to Foshan to strengthen ties.

Successful HKICPA Sustainability Forum

Our inaugural Sustainability Forum explored climate readiness, attracting over 130 participants.

Launch of Certificate in Accounting and Business (CAB)

The Institute introduced the CAB, and current members are entitled to e-credentials that can be showcased on professional networks. Boost your digital visibility and inspire the next generation for the profession.

Fostering interactions with members

The President’s Luncheon on 17 July gathered over 40 members to strengthen connections.

"Smart Way Forward" programme

30 BAFS students were inspired through insights from Accountant Ambassadors.

Inspiring youth to pursue accounting

The Institute engaged over 240 students, sharing insights on CPA careers and accounting skills.

New Certificate on Sustainability Reporting

The Institute launched the HKICPA Certificate on Sustainability Reporting to enhance expertise in implementing HKFRS S1 and HKFRS S2, building capacity in Hong Kong’s transition to sustainability reporting.

MORE HIGHLIGHTS

Partnership with JUFE and DUFE

The Institute signed MOUs with Jiangxi University of Finance and Economics (JUFE) and Dongbei University of Finance & Economics (DUFE) to enhance student access to the Qualification Programme.

Media workshop on Hong Kong’s tax system

The Institute hosted a workshop on Hong Kong’s tax system and BEPS 2.0 for media professionals.

Membership Assistance Programme (MAP) webinar

Explore positive psychology and the PERMA model in our upcoming MAP webinar on 5 August for personal growth.

Building bridges with BNBU

We hosted 44 Beijing Normal-Hong Kong Baptist University (BNBU) students, sharing insights on accounting careers and fostering strong relationships.

Institute President featured

President Edward Au shares insights in AB Magazine on empowering accountants and the renewed MRA between the Institute and ACCA.

PwC visit inspires BAFS students

Over 200 BAFS students visited PwC, gaining insights and inspiration for future accounting careers.

HKICPA x HKABE career event

Our career sharing event with Hong Kong Association for Business Education (HKABE) inspired 70 students about exciting accounting careers.

COUNCIL MINUTES

Read the abridged minutesfrom May and June 2025 Council meetings.

INDUSTRY UPDATES

IFPHK Financial Education and ESG Leadership Awards 2025

The Institute of Financial Planners of Hong Kong (IFPHK) is inviting public nominations for its Financial Education and ESG Leadership Awards. Submit your application by 31 August to showcase your efforts in advancing financial education and ESG practices.

Inland Revenue Department launches New Tax Portals

On 22 July 2025, the Inland Revenue Department (IRD) officially launched the New Tax Portals (NTPs) under eTAX services provided at GovHK. The NTPs provide a comprehensive suite of online platforms designed to cater to the needs of individuals, businesses, and service agents, and include:

Individual Tax Portal (ITP): Developed for individual taxpayers to manage their personal tax matters.
Business Tax Portal (BTP): Designed for businesses to handle their tax and/or business affairs through a multi-user platform with enhanced convenience.
Tax Representative Portal (TRP): Tailored for service agents to handle their clients’ tax-related matters electronically.

The portals offer a wide range of online services, including e-filing of tax returns, viewing of tax records, lodgment of objections and holdover applications, block extension services, upgraded message box, application for certificates of resident status, business registration, e-stamping and other tax-related services.

Register now to embrace the digital trend and simplify the management of your and your clients’ tax affairs!

For more details, please visit: https://etax.ird.gov.hk

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