Debate resurfaces over credibility of latest GDP figures despite statistical revisions
The newest GDP release has reignited doubts about the reliability of official data, even after Mospi introduced several methodological changes.
Recent GDP numbers have sparked fresh criticism of the government's statistical credibility, as the figures appear at odds with a global energy crunch yet show strong growth for a major fuel importer. The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation has implemented a series of adjustments aimed at fixing earlier estimation flaws. Nonetheless, analysts and observers continue to question whether these reforms fully resolve the underlying issues.
Why it matters
Accurate GDP data shape policy decisions and investor confidence, so doubts about its reliability can affect economic planning.
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