In connection with the upcoming release of the Barito Selatan in Figures 2022 publication on February 26, 2022, today, Tuesday, February 15, 2022, the BPS (Statistics Indonesia) Barito Selatan Regency held a Focus Group Discussion (FGD) on the Discussion of the Barito Selatan in Figures 2022 Publication Data. The FGD took place at the BAPPEDA (Regional Development Planning Agency) Hall of Barito Selatan District, attended by 24 participants, representing each data-producing agency. The event began with opening remarks from the Head of BPS Barito Selatan (data facilitator), Mr. Militan, S.E., and a speech from the Head of BAPPEDA Barito Selatan (Coordinator of the Regional One Data Forum), Mr. Jaya Wardana Putra, S.E., M.Ec.Dev, and the Head of Diskominfo (Communication and Information Office) Barito Selatan District (data owner), Mr. Syahdiannur.
The purpose of this event was to ensure that the data to be published is accurate and has been approved for inclusion in the Barito Selatan District in Figures 2022 publication. Additionally, the event aimed to support the realization of high-quality sectoral statistical data.
In his speech, the Head of BAPPEDA emphasized that data is crucial as the primary reference for policy-making and development planning among government agencies and other data users. Therefore, this should be a concern for all of us as we work towards building a better and more advanced Barito Selatan. Mr. Jaya Wardana Putra, S.E., M.Ec.Dev, in his presentation, provided a detailed explanation regarding sectoral statistics, basic and specialized statistical data, and the strategy for collaboration between BPS and relevant departments to finalize the quality of data, concepts, and methodology. It is hoped that this FGD will produce sectoral data that can address the challenges of development in Barito Selatan. Furthermore, it is also intended to improve the quality and refinement of DDA (Regional Statistical Data), as DDA is a primary reference publication used for planning, evaluation, and the basis for government policy-making.
