Tech & Innovation

Hong Kong and mainland China to share data by year-end, says tech minister

Hong Kong's Technology and Industry Secretary Sun Dong revealed plans for cross-border data sharing with mainland China to launch within the year. This move coincides with the growth of the Hetao innovation hub, anticipated to draw in more companies and boost regional collaboration in technology.

By BRIC Team · BRIC.TV

Published Jun 30, 2026 · 1 min read · 104 views

Hong Kong and mainland China to share data by year-end, says tech minister

Key Takeaways

•Hong Kong and mainland China will begin cross-border data sharing within 2023, according to Technology and Industry Secretary Sun Dong.
•The Hetao innovation hub is expected to see increased company presence as operations expand this year.
•Sun Dong stated that the second half of 2023 is crucial for activating the Hetao Shenzhen-Hong Kong Science and Technology Innovation Cooperation Zone.
•Local students may interact with Hong Kong’s first astronaut, Lai Ka-ying, during her space mission starting in the new school term.
•The administration aims to enhance regional collaboration in technology and innovation through these initiatives at the Hetao hub.

Hong Kong and mainland China plan to kick off cross-border data sharing this year, Technology and Industry chief Sun Dong confirmed. Move comes as Hetao innovation hub gears up for expansion,more companies set to join .

Interview marking 29 years since Hong Kong returned to Chinese sovereignty,Sun highlighted government's achievements and future goals. He said second half of year critical for activating plans at Hetao Shenzhen-Hong Kong Science and Technology Innovation Cooperation Zone in Lok Ma Chau Loop.

Also,Sun announced plans for local students to interact with Lai Ka-ying,Hong Kong’s first astronaut,while she's in space. Events could start with new school term,giving students rare chance to connect with space pioneer.

Administration aims to use these initiatives to boost innovation,tighten links with mainland China. As Hetao hub grows,its role in tech collaboration across region likely to expand…but how fast?

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