A total of 1,000 representatives of the 2026 Economic Census field staff gathered at the Pancasila Simpang Lima Field in Semarang on Thursday, June 18, 2026, for the official launch of the 2026 Economic Census.
The event was attended by the Deputy Head of Statistics Indonesia (BPS), Sonny Harry B. Harmadi, and the Governor of Central Java, Ahmad Luthfi. It served as the official send-off for field officers who will conduct door-to-door data collection among business operators across Central Java as part of the national 2026 Economic Census program. In his remarks, the Deputy Head of BPS stated that the 2026 Economic Census is a national-scale statistical undertaking aimed at providing comprehensive and up-to-date data on the structure, characteristics, and distribution of business activities in Indonesia. The resulting data will serve as a foundation for formulating economic development policies, planning investments, strengthening business competitiveness, and evaluating various development programs related to the economic sector. Therefore, active participation from the public and business operators is crucial to ensure the collected data is accurate, of high quality, and can be utilized optimally.
Meanwhile, Central Java Governor Ahmad Luthfi called upon all segments of society to support the 2026 Economic Census and ensure that officers can carry out their duties effectively in the field. "I instruct all regents, mayors, sub-district heads, village heads, and regional government officials in Central Java to help make the 2026 Economic Census a success.
Provide full support to the census officers so that data collection proceeds smoothly, as accurate data is the primary foundation for formulating well-targeted economic development policies," he emphasized.
With the support of all stakeholders, it is hoped that the 2026 Economic Census will yield high-quality data that serves as a stepping stone for the economic advancement of Central Java and Indonesia.
