As the Government Chief Information Officer, Mr WONG supports the Innovation, Technology and Industry Bureau in formulating policies and strategies, and overseeing the implementation of the programmes and initiatives that drive the further development of information technology (IT) and the related industry in Hong Kong.  Mr WONG is the Government’s principal advisor who provides professional advice on government IT infrastructure, architecture and IT system development, as well as related technical standards and data application.  He leads and coordinates the digital government programme and smart city development with cross-agency responsibilities.  He also actively champions the adoption of new and advanced IT and the development of innovative applications and services.  Mr WONG oversees the Government’s IT budget and IT investment, its procurement of IT products and services, and formulates the long-term human resources planning for the government IT professionals.