By love-89.com On the morning of October 10, the China State Council Information Office conducted a press conference centered on the development and utilization of public data resources. Zhang Wang, the Director of the Data Resources Department at the National Bureau of Statistics, shared insights into the bureau’s collaborative efforts to establish the “Interim Measures for the Registration and Management of Public Data Resources.” This initiative aims to tackle critical questions such as “who registers, what gets registered, and how the registration process should be carried out,” with the goal of defining registration subjects, scope, requirements, and processes.
The day before, on October 9, the “Opinions of the General Office of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and the General Office of the State Council on Accelerating the Development and Utilization of Public Data Resources” was released, drawing considerable attention from a variety of sectors.
During the conference, a reporter inquired about the inherent qualities of public data—its vast scale, public nature, and stringent security requirements. The opinion document emphasizes the establishment of a public data resource registration system. What were the key considerations behind this decision?
Zhang Wang responded that the registration of public data resources is a vital step toward standardized management. Since public data is maintained by government agencies and enterprises at multiple levels, promoting data sharing and openness, along with initiating authorized operations, is essential for realizing the full potential of data assets. It’s crucial to develop supportive systems that ensure regulated operations, which in turn will help maintain market equity and safeguard public interests.
Establishing a registration system will first require a thorough understanding of available data and its locations. Departments and regions engaged in authorized operations must clarify what data has been authorized, as well as the associated products and services. Registration will be mandatory for data included in authorized operations, while voluntary registration will be encouraged for data not yet authorized. Additionally, the registration process will help create resource discovery channels. By publicizing registration information, the availability of query services will enhance the alignment of supply and demand, facilitating easier identification of high-value data within the market. This, in turn, allows companies to generate more data products and explore additional application scenarios.
Currently, the National Bureau of Statistics is collaborating with various stakeholders to draft the “Interim Measures for the Registration and Management of Public Data Resources.” These measures will focus on vital inquiries regarding “who registers, what is registered, and the mechanics of the registration process,” clearly outlining the subjects, scope, requirements, content, and protocols involved. This interim measure will soon be opened for public consultation, and the bureau welcomes further attention and support from the community.