Functions
Formulation of Statistics law and rules and subsequent works thereof
Conduct population census and surveys on agriculture, economic affairs; and other matters including socio-economic affairs, demography and the environment
Estimation of national accounts and compilation of different price indices; compilation, processing, analysis and publication of domestic and international trade statistics.
Guide and coordinate with ministries and divisions on statistical standards and methods.
Assess the information needs of the country according to international standards: establish a data bank and electronic data processing system; disseminate relevant statistical data and analysis to different users based on their needs.
Establish, maintain and update National Population Register (NPR) and establish a statistical network and strengthen it and establish a digital archive for this purpose.
Implement collaborative research and training programs to enhance professional capacity of the division.
Arrange national and international cooperation on statistics in the area of education, training, research and improvement of professional standards.
Establish and operate a central Geographical Information System (GIS). ...more »
