Chapter 6
Innovation and Technology
Hong Kong attracts top research institutions
with its strong research capability, robust intellectual property protection regime, world-class technological infrastructure and close cooperation with the Mainland. The city is developing into an international innovation and technology hub through a comprehensive I&T agenda
and a smart city blueprint.
The Innovation and Technology Bureau formulates innovation and technology (I&T) policies in Hong Kong. The bureau is supported by the Innovation and Technology Commission, the Office of the Government Chief Information Officer and the Efficiency Office.
The Innovation and Technology Commission promotes and supports applied research and development (R&D) and technology transfer and applications. It also promotes internationally accepted standards and conformity assessment services to underpin technological development and international trade in Hong Kong.
The Office of the Government Chief Information Officer provides information technology (IT) services, governance and support within the government, and promotes the wider adoption of IT in the community. It also seeks to develop a vibrant information and communications technology (ICT) industry and promote high-tier data centres, smart city development and cyber security awareness in Hong Kong.
The Efficiency Office, through its role as internal management consultant, supports government agencies in taking forward transformation projects which include the application of technology and innovation in business processes. It accelerates innovation to improve services and operations across the government and promotes cross-sectoral collaboration between civil servants and stakeholders to design and implement better services with the community.
Infrastructure
Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation
The Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation (HKSTPC) provides infrastructural and one-stop support to technology-based companies. It manages the Hong Kong Science
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