The Philippine Statistics Authority announced that the country's economy grew by <strong>2.8%</strong> in the first quarter of <strong>2026</strong>, marking a slowdown compared to the previous quarter. This growth is significantly lower than the <strong>5.4%</strong> recorded in the same period last year.
The DKI Jakarta provincial government has called on all industrial sector players to actively participate in the 2026 Economic Census. This initiative aims to enhance the city's status as a global capital by gathering accurate data to support future economic planning.
The Indonesian Central Statistics Agency has announced its readiness to employ <strong>116,000 employees</strong> for the 2026 Economic Census, a crucial step for collecting economic data in the country. This census is expected to take place in 2026, highlighting the importance of accurate data in economic planning.
The government of East Jakarta has called on new migrants to postpone their arrival in the city after Eid al-Fitr, particularly those without jobs or housing guarantees. This appeal comes amid an increase in the return movement to Jakarta following the holiday.