Indonesia’s Central Statistics Agency (BPS) has requested an additional IDR 1.47 trillion (approximately $96 million USD) to its 2027 budget from the House of Representatives (DPR). The request stems from the currently approved budget of IDR 6.48 trillion being insufficient to cover necessary operational costs. BPS officials have not yet detailed the specific reasons for the shortfall, but the increased funding is crucial for upcoming statistical endeavors. This includes preparation for the national census and maintaining the quality of data collection across the archipelago. The agency emphasized the importance of accurate statistics for effective policy-making and national development. DPR will now consider the BPS’s request as part of the national budget deliberations, assessing the justification for the additional expenditure. Further details regarding the allocation of the requested funds are expected to be presented to the DPR during the review process.