Public information set to become more transparent

China is to launch a pilot plan to promote greater openness of public data, including that concerning government affairs.

It will also encourage national innovation platforms to open up to enterprises, especially small and medium-sized ones.

The decision was made on Wednesday at an executive meeting of the State Council, presided over by Premier Li Keqiang. It comes as Beijing renews efforts to promote its "Internet Plus" strategy, which was announced by Li in March and is designed to promote innovation and growth.