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The Cyprus Statistical Society cautions against interferences in US federal statistics
Statement of Support for the ISI Advisory Board on Ethics Statement on United States Federal Statistics
The Cyprus Statistical Society expresses its strong support for the recent statement issued by the International Statistical Institute (ISI) Advisory Board on Ethics regarding developments related to United States Federal Statistics.
The Cyprus Statistical Society firmly upholds the principle that the production of statistical results must rely solely on sound scientific methods, free from external influence or pressure from political or funding bodies. This commitment to truthfulness and integrity in statistical practice is a shared value among the global statistical community, as reflected in the FENStatS Declaration on Professional Ethics, which we endorse.
The Cyprus Statistical Society is concerned that any erosion of the independence and quality of federal statistics in the United States could have significant negative implications for international scientific collaboration and evidence-based decision-making worldwide. Reliable, unbiased statistics are a cornerstone of democratic societies and are essential for maintaining public trust.
The Cyprus Statistical Society fully supports the ISI Advisory Board on Ethics' call to protect the integrity, independence, and high professional standards of federal statistics in the United States.
The Cyprus Statistical Society thanks the International Statistical Institute for its leadership in highlighting these important issues.