In this paper we explore the status and prospects for open access and open
data in the Hong Kong research community, surveying policies, identifying
lost research potential, and providing examples of Hong Kong’s contribution
to scientific research as well as examples that may provide encouragement
for the future. We also demonstrate how a holistically considered open data
policy could contribute positively to promoting innovation—and thereby
innovation policy—in Hong Kong.
We investigate the policy and attitudes within Hong Kong via interviews
with key stakeholders and decision-makers as well as supporting documentary
research. This paper explores factors that explain why the Hong Kong
government's efforts have been lacking due to weak open access and open
data policies.