Hong Kong to launch ‘special channel’ for cross-border sensitive biological data
A ‘green channel’ and ‘white list’ system will allow samples and data to cross between innovation hubs in Lok Ma Chau and Shenzhen
Hong Kong authorities are preparing to launch a special channel next year to allow sensitive mainland Chinese biological samples and data to cross an “innovation cooperation zone” between the city and Shenzhen, a minister has said.
Secretary for Innovation, Technology and Industry Sun Dong said on a television programme on Sunday that authorities had already clearly defined the scope of specific genetic resources and sensitive information to be permitted.
“I believe we will roll out these detailed implementation plans appropriately when many enterprises move in and start formal operations next year,” he said.
“We hope that sensitive data in other industries, in addition to personal data, can cross into the Hetao park in an orderly and safe manner under the premise of not affecting national security.”
Sun was referring to the Hetao Shenzhen-Hong Kong Science and Technology Innovation Cooperation Zone. The 87-hectare (215-acre) Hong Kong park at the Lok Ma Chau Loop is being developed as a “special jurisdiction” to complement the adjacent 302-hectare site in Shenzhen.