11 Jul 2023

HKSTP and CSD sign MOU to promote sustainable development of "Smart Prison"

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The Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation (HKSTP) and the Correctional Services Department (CSD) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) today (July 11) to deepen their co-operation, which will inject new impetus into the sustainable development of "Smart Prison".

Key Takeaways

  • The Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation (HKSTP) and the Correctional Services Department (CSD) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to support the sustainable development of "Smart Prison".
  • The MOU sets out a collaboration framework for HKSTP and the CSD to jointly explore innovative solutions in three aspects over the next three years, including the identification and matching of market-proven innovative solutions, as well as arranging regular meetings and exchanges between the CSD and the innovation and technology industry and academia to create more collaboration opportunities.
  • The framework also entails the setup of a "Penal Lab" in correctional facilities, where tailor-made innovative solutions by the innovation and technology industry can be tested in an actual operating environment, facilitating the trial implementation of innovation and technology products.