The 2024 World Internet Conference (WIC) Data Governance Forum took place in Wuzhen, East China's Zhejiang province, on Nov 21, during which the report, Promoting Open, Collaborative, and Mutually Beneficial Global Data Cooperation, was released.

Data is a key production factor and fundamental strategic resource in the digital economy, and holds immense economic and social value. Building international consensus and unlocking the value of data resources are of great significance in bridging development gaps and promoting inclusive and sustainable global development.

Leveraging the expertise of its Data Working Group, the WIC conducted extensive research among member enterprises and sought feedback from all working group members and industry experts. These efforts culminated in this report.

The report begins by addressing the significance and value of international data cooperation and its essential ecosystem components.

It identifies multiple challenges in areas such as policies, regulations, and technical standards, and proposes four consensus principles and four actionable initiatives to promote and advance international data cooperation.