55th UNSC In-Person Side Event: Fundamental Principles of Official Statistics (FPOS)
26th February 2023 (Monday)
ESCAP, ECLAC, ESCWA, ECE, ECA, PARIS21, UN Women and UNFPADOSM Representatives:
YBhg. Dato' Sri Dr. Mohd Uzir Mahidin, Chief Statistician Malaysia
Ms. Ezatul Nisha Abdul Rahman, Director, Strategic Communication and International Statistics Division
Take-home points:The High-level Forum on Official Statistics, an annual event of the Statistical Commission, concluded as a pivotal commemoration of the 30th and 10th anniversaries of the adoption of FPOS by the UN Statistical Commission and the General Assembly, respectively. Titled "Empowering Official Statistics - Upholding the Fundamental Principles to Stay Relevant," the forum marked the culmination of global initiatives to enhance understanding of the FPOS within an evolving data ecosystem. Structured into two segments, the event celebrated the historical importance of the FPOS and explored their role in shaping the future of official statistics. The discussions emphasized the FPOS's impact on national statistical systems and their contribution to data integrity and public confidence. The forum concluded with an open debate, encouraging attendees to engage, share insights, and contribute to the dialogue.
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