On first-ever World Day, UN hails statisticians’ contributions to development
The United Nations marked its first-ever World Statistics Day today to pay tribute to the work of statisticians worldwide and spotlight their essential work in promoting development and peace.
“Statistics permeate modern life,” Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon said today in a message for the Day, which will be celebrated in 100 countries. “They are the basis for many governmental, business and community decisions. They provide information and insight about the trends and forces that affect our lives.”
Mr. Ban noted that three billion people will take part in censuses this year, with statistics collected affecting the planning of schools, hospitals, road and other crucial services
Thursday, October 21, 2010
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