The UN interest in geographic information is broad, and obviously runs the gamut of UN sectors. The
UN Geographic Information Working Group (UNGIWG), comprised of 33 UN organizations, was
established for the needs of peacekeeping actions, sustainable development and the eradication of
poverty. This working group collaborates with ISO/TC 211 and uses ISO standards it has developed
and has b
ecome a Class A Liaison of ISO/TC 211.