The United Nations Statistical Commission, established in 1947, is the apex entity of the global statistical system. It brings together the Chief Statisticians from member states from around the world. It is the highest decision making body for international statistical activities especially the setting of statistical standards, the development of concepts and methods and their implementation at the national and international level.

The thirty-eighth session of the Statistical Commission was held at United Nations Headquarters, New York from 27 February to 2 March 2007.

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