We are committed to spearhead Hong Kong's drive to become a world-class, knowledge-based economy. To this end, we will: - Promote and support applied research and development, and technology transfer and application. - Foster an innovation and technology culture in the community, and promote technological entrepreneurship. - Facilitate the provision of infrastructure and development of human resources to support innovation and technology. - Formulate, develop and implement the Government's policies, programmes and measures to promote innovation and technology. - Promote internationally accepted standards and conformity assessment services to underpin technological development and international trade. - Develop high calibre and motivated staff to contribute to Hong Kong's technological advancement.