World Population Day, commemorated today (11/6/2024), adopts the theme: "Leave No One Behind, Count Everyone."
This theme serves as a mirror reflecting the urgency of accurate and comprehensive population data recording. As emphasized by Secretary-General of the United Nations, António Guterres, "Investment in data collection is crucial for understanding issues, designing solutions, and driving progress."
The Indonesian Central Bureau of Statistics (BPS) aligns with this perspective. Precise population data is key to understanding population trends and formulating effective policies. This data acts as a compass guiding the government in allocating resources fairly, providing targeted public services, and tracking development progress.
World Population Day serves as a moment to sound the alarm. Every entity must unite to count every individual, ensuring that no one is left behind. This effort requires collaboration from various sectors, including governments, non-governmental organizations, and the wider community.
Together, let us work towards a future where no one is left behind.
