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The research aims to evaluate the quality of human development in West Sumatra using spatial econometric methods.

May 8, 2026Open Access

Human development quality analysis in West Sumatra, Indonesia: a spatial econometrics approach

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The research aims to evaluate the quality of human development in West Sumatra using spatial econometric methods.
Utilized a spatial econometrics approach to assess human development quality
Analyzed data on human development index across West Sumatra
Focused on the Regional Development Plan for 2021-2026
Human Development Index in West Sumatra is 75.22, categorized as High but not reaching Very High
Identified areas in need of targeted improvement for better human development quality

Abstract

The urgency of this research is based on the increasing focus on improving Human Development Quality (HDQ) as a primary target in West Sumatra’s Regional Development Plan for 2021–2026. The condition of human development in West Sumatra, Indonesia, is still below expectations, with a Human Development Index (HDI) of 75.22, which falls into the High category but has not yet reached the Very High category.

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Alpon Satrianto

Ariusni Ariusni

Halkadri Fitra

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Cogent Economics & Finance

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State University of Padang

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