Chief Statistician Underscores the Importance of Statistical Data in Regional Development

Magelang, February 24 – The Chief Statistician of BPS, Amalia Adininggar Widyasanti, delivered a presentation titled "Leveraging Statistics for Effective Regional Development" during the Leadership Orientation Program for Regional Heads and Deputy Heads elected in the 2024 Simultaneous Regional Elections. The session also featured insights from the Coordinating Minister for Economic Affairs.

Amalia highlighted the critical role of statistical data in formulating evidence-based policies, outlining key indicators produced by BPS, such as Gross Domestic Product (GDP), economic growth, inflation, labor market statistics, and demographic data. She also discussed the establishment of the National Single Social and Economic Data (DTSEN) and preparations for the 2026 Economic Census (SE2026).

Emphasizing the need for collaboration between BPS and regional governments, Amalia urged local leaders to support SE2026 and prioritize high-quality statistical data. She stressed that accurate and reliable statistics are essential for designing and implementing effective regional policies, ensuring that development initiatives are well-targeted and impactful.