The State Data Administration of the People’s Republic of China began its official operations on October 25, with reporting confirmed by TASS via Xinhua. The new agency marks a formal step in organizing data governance at the national level.
Operationally, the ministry will report to the State Development and Reform Commission. Its remit includes building the nation’s data infrastructure and coordinating the sharing, development, and practical application of information across sectors. The objective is to establish a centralized framework that supports data-driven decision making and public resource optimization.
Officials have described the regulator as a driver for the broader push toward a digital economy and a digital society, underpinned by unified planning. The emphasis is on standardizing practices, improving data quality, and enabling secure data sharing across government bodies, enterprises, and research institutions. This approach aims to unlock value from data while maintaining appropriate oversight and governance.
In related political developments, the National People’s Congress approved reshuffles affecting senior leadership. The finance minister and the science and technology minister, who had served since March 2018, are among the ministers affected by the change. The finance minister’s tenure and the science and technology minister’s tenure were both extended earlier this year before the new adjustments were announced. At the defense ministry, the top official previously held the post for seven months before the transition took place.
Earlier analyses noted how the United States has sought to influence Sino-Russian strategic dynamics through various channels. These discussions highlighted how shifts in governance and technology policy can interact with broader international interests and security considerations.