[Purpose/Significance]: To provide a reference for the development of open data theory and practice by targeting a review of China’s open data policy-related research. [Method/Process]: Through textual content analysis, the study finds that the research on open data policy in China currently consists of four main sections: theoretical research, policy content analysis, policy coordination research, and policy evaluation. [Result/Conclusion]: At present, China’s research on open data policy has made some progress, especially the reference to foreign open data policy experience, and also found the problems and obstacles of China’s open data policy, but the overall is still in the development stage, which can be combined with knowledge mapping for in-depth research on open data policy network.
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