Promoting Responsible Research and Innovation in China's Hi-Tech Zones

Abstract

The establishment of high-tech zones (HTZs) is an important strategic arrangement for the development of high-tech industries in China. As knowledge-intensive areas, HTZs aim to enhance networking as well as innovative and economic performances of firms and regions. There are extensive studies on the factors affecting the economic development of HTZs. But some regulatory gaps remain on the topic of responsible research and innovation (RRI) of HTZs. This chapter expounds the development status of China's HTZs. Case studies will be used for discussion. This chapter finds that the flexibility of RRI practice in China's industrial zones is related to the regional institutional setting, and the existing policy setting will help to strengthen the RRI practice in high-tech industrial zones. Finally, some suggestions are put forward for the development of HTZs in China, hoping to perfect the regulatory framework and promote the research and innovation of China's HTZs.