Vietnam is set to transform its National Statistical Information System with substantial preparations underway for the 2025 rural and agricultural census. On February 17 and 18, training sessions are scheduled to familiarise local officials with new data collection methods as part of this major undertaking.
The training, which is being conducted in Da Nang, aims to effectively equip state officials with the necessary skills and knowledge for the census. Deputy Chairman Ho Ky Minh and Deputy General Director of the General Statistics Office, Nguyen Thanh Duong, are among key figures participating.
Deputy General Director Nguyen Trung Tien emphasized the importance of this training, stating, “This training conference is important for preparing for the 2025 rural and agricultural census.” He highlighted how accurate listing forms would be fundamental for collecting comprehensive and reliable data.
Scheduled over two days, the workshops will involve discussions on completing household and farm listing forms to create precise lists of relevant investigative units. Nguyen Trung Tien clarified, “The quality of the listing is decisive for the accuracy and completeness of the collected data.”
This year is particularly significant, as Vietnam is implementing its National Statistical Development Strategy aimed at establishing the national statistical database as its core focus. This initiative aligns with the government's strategic goal to modernize Vietnam's statistical information system by 2030, aimed at promoting efficient government operations and policies.
Training outcomes will directly impact how local authorities gather agricultural data, and the success of the 2025 rural and agricultural census hinges largely on the thoroughness and precision of this information.
Tien remarked, “This is not just an opportunity to learn but also to discuss and unify approaches to tackle potential issues,” underscoring the collaborative spirit expected during the training sessions.
This will involve extensive discussions around the practical challenges faced by local enumerators, ensuring they are prepared to address unique situations as they arise during the census process.
Attendees are urged to engage actively, share challenges, and adopt what they learn to improve local census methodologies. Tien stressed the importance of responsiveness to difficulties encountered during implementation, saying, “We need to handle IT issues to guarantee smooth data collection throughout the census process.”
Ho Ky Minh noted, “The success of the 2025 rural and agricultural census relies heavily on the quality of information collected.” This framing of the census as pivotal not only highlights the importance of accurate data for government initiatives but also emphasizes the need for public cooperation and trust.
The data collected through this nationwide operation will play an integral part in assessing socio-economic trends and formulating future economic strategies, impacting broader rural development projects and policies targeted at enhancing community services.
Officials recognize the need for continuing efforts post-training to address any challenges participants may face during actual data entry and collection. There are plans for subsequent review meetings to evaluate progress and adherence to the methodologies mentored during training.
Overall, the approach to the 2025 rural and agricultural census will be built upon the foundational strategies to improve both data collection accuracy and the technological infrastructure necessary for handling such data.
The forthcoming census is expected to provide invaluable insights, serving as a basis for national developmental goals, agricultural policies, and local resource management. Vietnam’s commitment to modernizing its statistical operations reflects broader trends seen across the globe, as nations leverage data analytics to inform decision-making and policy creation.
The General Statistics Office's efforts, backed by the Vietnamese government's strategic vision, aim to create a comprehensive statistical framework capable of supporting informed governance and contributing toward sustainable development across various sectors.
Preparations for the 2025 rural and agricultural census signify not just procedural advancements but also Vietnam's dedication to elevatively respond to modern data demands and forge pathways toward establishing itself as a leader within the ASEAN region by 2030.