Indonesia holds regional seminars for National Statistics Day 2026

In observance of National Statistics Day 2026, various regional institutions in Indonesia are hosting seminars to promote data literacy and prepare for the upcoming 2026 Economic Census.

In West Sulawesi, the Central Bureau of Statistics (BPS) held a national statistics seminar in Mamuju. The forum focused on the 2026 Economic Census and the utilization of data for regional development. Officials emphasized that statistics are a public necessity required for effective policy-making and economic mapping, particularly for micro, small, and medium enterprises.

Simultaneously, in West Kalimantan, Tanjungpura University, BPS West Kalimantan, and Bank Indonesia organized an online educational series. The session aimed to improve data literacy among academics and professionals, focusing on interpreting regional economic conditions, Gross Regional Domestic Product (GRDP) structures, and identifying economic opportunities across different regencies and cities.