The effort is spearheaded by the Office of the Government Chief Information Officer (OGCIO), which is tasked to devise innovative strategies, procurement and delivery models to enhance public services.
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The State Council Informatisation Office is working with other central government departments to draft a regulation requiring all governmental organizations to publicise information of concern to the public. This follows complaints concerning the navigability and content of China's 10,000+ government web sites.
The move was made following growing complaints and criticisms against governmental websites being user-non-friendly and lacking useful information.
In his 2005-2006 government budget presented to the Legislative Council, Tang said the Hong Kong government will uphold the principle of "Market Leads, Government Facilitates" and actively promote economic growth by facilitating the development of the market and providing a favorable platform for the business community.
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