Manila, Oct. 29 -- The Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) in Eastern Visayas on Wednesday said the use of data should be maximized to measure the region's progress in attaining targets under the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

During the closing of the 36th National Statistics Month in this city, PSA Eastern Visayas regional director Wilma Perante called for continuing use of data throughout the year as it drives sustainable development and "ensure that no one is left behind."

"Statistics must be accessible, inclusive, and understandable to everyone, not just a select few. Our activities this month have highlighted the use of data in helping us track progress and identify where more effort is needed to achieve the SDGs," Perant...