{"id":40564,"date":"2025-10-21T14:17:06","date_gmt":"2025-10-21T08:47:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/?p=40564"},"modified":"2025-10-21T14:17:08","modified_gmt":"2025-10-21T08:47:08","slug":"un-ggim-asia-pacific-2025-2028","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/un-ggim-asia-pacific-2025-2028\/","title":{"rendered":"India Elected Co-Chair of UN-GGIM Asia-Pacific 2025\u20132028 | Geospatial Leadership News"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/un-ggim-asia-pacific-2025-2028\/#India_elected_Co-Chair_of_UN-GGIM_Asia-Pacific_2025%E2%80%932028_Learn_about_Indias_geospatial_leadership_regional_cooperation_and_strategic_role_in_UN-GGIM_for_exams_preparation\" >India elected Co-Chair of UN-GGIM Asia-Pacific 2025\u20132028. Learn about India\u2019s geospatial leadership, regional cooperation, and strategic role in UN-GGIM for exams preparation.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/un-ggim-asia-pacific-2025-2028\/#%F0%9F%97%BA%EF%B8%8F_India_Elected_Co-Chair_of_UN-GGIM_Asia-Pacific_2025%E2%80%932028\" >\ud83d\uddfa\ufe0f India Elected Co-Chair of UN-GGIM Asia-Pacific (2025\u20132028)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/un-ggim-asia-pacific-2025-2028\/#%F0%9F%87%AE%F0%9F%87%B3_India_Takes_a_Leading_Role_in_Global_Geospatial_Governance\" >\ud83c\uddee\ud83c\uddf3 India Takes a Leading Role in Global Geospatial Governance<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/un-ggim-asia-pacific-2025-2028\/#%F0%9F%8C%90_UN-GGIM-AP_A_Strategic_Platform_for_Regional_Cooperation\" >\ud83c\udf10 UN-GGIM-AP: A Strategic Platform for Regional Cooperation<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/un-ggim-asia-pacific-2025-2028\/#%F0%9F%93%8C_Indias_Vision_for_the_Upcoming_Term\" >\ud83d\udccc India&#8217;s Vision for the Upcoming Term<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/un-ggim-asia-pacific-2025-2028\/#%F0%9F%A7%AD_Why_This_News_Is_Important\" >\ud83e\udded Why This News Is Important<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/un-ggim-asia-pacific-2025-2028\/#%F0%9F%93%88_Strengthening_Indias_Global_Position\" >\ud83d\udcc8 Strengthening India&#8217;s Global Position<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/un-ggim-asia-pacific-2025-2028\/#%F0%9F%8C%8D_Promoting_Sustainable_Development\" >\ud83c\udf0d Promoting Sustainable Development<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/un-ggim-asia-pacific-2025-2028\/#%F0%9F%A4%9D_Fostering_Regional_Cooperation\" >\ud83e\udd1d Fostering Regional Cooperation<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/un-ggim-asia-pacific-2025-2028\/#%F0%9F%A7%A0_Enhancing_Capacity_Building\" >\ud83e\udde0 Enhancing Capacity Building<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/un-ggim-asia-pacific-2025-2028\/#%F0%9F%93%9A_Relevance_for_Government_Exam_Aspirants\" >\ud83d\udcda Relevance for Government Exam Aspirants<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/un-ggim-asia-pacific-2025-2028\/#%F0%9F%95%B0%EF%B8%8F_Historical_Context\" >\ud83d\udd70\ufe0f Historical Context<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/un-ggim-asia-pacific-2025-2028\/#%F0%9F%93%9C_Evolution_of_UN-GGIM-AP\" >\ud83d\udcdc Evolution of UN-GGIM-AP<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/un-ggim-asia-pacific-2025-2028\/#%F0%9F%87%AE%F0%9F%87%B3_Indias_Engagement_in_Geospatial_Governance\" >\ud83c\uddee\ud83c\uddf3 India&#8217;s Engagement in Geospatial Governance<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/un-ggim-asia-pacific-2025-2028\/#%F0%9F%97%BA%EF%B8%8F_Significance_of_Geospatial_Information\" >\ud83d\uddfa\ufe0f Significance of Geospatial Information<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/un-ggim-asia-pacific-2025-2028\/#%F0%9F%A7%A0_Key_Takeaways_from_%E2%80%9CIndia_Elected_Co-Chair_of_UN-GGIM_Asia-Pacific%E2%80%9D\" >\ud83e\udde0 Key Takeaways from &#8220;India Elected Co-Chair of UN-GGIM Asia-Pacific&#8221;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/un-ggim-asia-pacific-2025-2028\/#FAQs_Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >FAQs: Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/un-ggim-asia-pacific-2025-2028\/#Some_Important_Current_Affairs_Links\" >Some Important Current Affairs Links<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"India_elected_Co-Chair_of_UN-GGIM_Asia-Pacific_2025%E2%80%932028_Learn_about_Indias_geospatial_leadership_regional_cooperation_and_strategic_role_in_UN-GGIM_for_exams_preparation\"><\/span>India elected Co-Chair of UN-GGIM Asia-Pacific 2025\u20132028. Learn about India\u2019s geospatial leadership, regional cooperation, and strategic role in UN-GGIM for exams preparation.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%97%BA%EF%B8%8F_India_Elected_Co-Chair_of_UN-GGIM_Asia-Pacific_2025%E2%80%932028\"><\/span>\ud83d\uddfa\ufe0f India Elected Co-Chair of UN-GGIM Asia-Pacific (2025\u20132028)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%87%AE%F0%9F%87%B3_India_Takes_a_Leading_Role_in_Global_Geospatial_Governance\"><\/span>\ud83c\uddee\ud83c\uddf3 India Takes a Leading Role in Global Geospatial Governance<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>India has been elected as the Co-Chair of the United Nations Global Geospatial Information Management for Asia and the Pacific (UN-GGIM-AP) for the 2025\u20132028 term. This significant development took place during the 14th Plenary Meeting of UN-GGIM-AP, held from September 24\u201326, 2025, in Goyang-si, Republic of Korea. The meeting was hosted by the National Geographic Information Institute (NGII) and brought together delegates from member states, technical experts, and observers to discuss regional geospatial information management priorities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>India&#8217;s election to this esteemed position underscores its growing influence in global geospatial governance and its commitment to advancing geospatial innovation, capacity building, and regional collaboration. The country&#8217;s representation was led by Hitesh Kumar S. Makwana, the Surveyor General of India, who will serve as the Co-Chair for the upcoming three-year term.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%8C%90_UN-GGIM-AP_A_Strategic_Platform_for_Regional_Cooperation\"><\/span>\ud83c\udf10 UN-GGIM-AP: A Strategic Platform for Regional Cooperation<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The United Nations Global Geospatial Information Management for Asia and the Pacific (UN-GGIM-AP) is one of the five regional committees under the United Nations Committee of Experts on Global Geospatial Information Management (UN-GGIM). Established in 1995 as the Permanent Committee on GIS Infrastructure for Asia and the Pacific (PCGIAP), it was rebranded as UN-GGIM-AP in 2012. The committee coordinates regional efforts to promote geospatial governance, data sharing, and sustainable development through mapping and information systems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Representing 56 national geospatial authorities from countries across Asia and the Pacific, UN-GGIM-AP aims to maximize the social, economic, and environmental value of geospatial data through regional collaboration and innovation. Key functions include capacity building, regional cooperation, policy guidance, and support for sustainable development aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%93%8C_Indias_Vision_for_the_Upcoming_Term\"><\/span>\ud83d\udccc India&#8217;s Vision for the Upcoming Term<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>During his acceptance, Hitesh Kumar S. Makwana emphasized India&#8217;s commitment to advancing geospatial innovation, capacity building, and regional collaboration over the upcoming three-year term. Aligned with the UN-GGIM Strategic Framework, India aims to focus on leadership, secure digital transformation, good governance, inclusivity, and data-driven decision-making. Strengthening partnerships across the Asia-Pacific region will be a priority to enhance the effectiveness of geospatial information management.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This leadership role presents India with an opportunity to shape policies and strategies for effective regional geospatial governance, reinforcing its position as a key player in the global geospatial community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\" id=\"UN-GGIM-Asia-Pacific-2025\u20132028\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/currentaffairs.adda247.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/multisite\/sites\/5\/2025\/10\/18105809\/India-Elected-Co-Chair-of-UN-GGIM-Asia-Pacific.jpg\" alt=\"UN-GGIM Asia-Pacific 2025\u20132028\" title=\"UN-GGIM Asia-Pacific 2025\u20132028\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">UN-GGIM Asia-Pacific 2025\u20132028<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%A7%AD_Why_This_News_Is_Important\"><\/span>\ud83e\udded Why This News Is Important<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%93%88_Strengthening_Indias_Global_Position\"><\/span>\ud83d\udcc8 Strengthening India&#8217;s Global Position<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>India&#8217;s election as Co-Chair of UN-GGIM-AP enhances its stature in the international arena, particularly in the realm of geospatial information management. This leadership role allows India to influence global geospatial policies and practices, aligning them with national priorities and development goals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%8C%8D_Promoting_Sustainable_Development\"><\/span>\ud83c\udf0d Promoting Sustainable Development<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>By focusing on sustainable development through geospatial data, India can contribute to addressing regional challenges such as climate change, disaster management, and urban planning. Effective geospatial governance supports evidence-based decision-making, leading to more informed and impactful policies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%A4%9D_Fostering_Regional_Cooperation\"><\/span>\ud83e\udd1d Fostering Regional Cooperation<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>India&#8217;s position as Co-Chair facilitates stronger collaboration with neighboring countries, promoting data sharing and joint initiatives. This regional cooperation is vital for tackling transboundary issues and achieving collective development objectives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%A7%A0_Enhancing_Capacity_Building\"><\/span>\ud83e\udde0 Enhancing Capacity Building<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The emphasis on capacity building ensures that member states have the necessary skills and knowledge to utilize geospatial data effectively. This empowerment leads to improved governance and service delivery at the national and local levels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%93%9A_Relevance_for_Government_Exam_Aspirants\"><\/span>\ud83d\udcda Relevance for Government Exam Aspirants<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>For students preparing for government exams, understanding India&#8217;s role in international organizations like UN-GGIM-AP is crucial. This knowledge is relevant for subjects such as International Relations, Geography, and Current Affairs, providing insights into India&#8217;s foreign policy and global engagements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%95%B0%EF%B8%8F_Historical_Context\"><\/span>\ud83d\udd70\ufe0f Historical Context<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%93%9C_Evolution_of_UN-GGIM-AP\"><\/span>\ud83d\udcdc Evolution of UN-GGIM-AP<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Permanent Committee on GIS Infrastructure for Asia and the Pacific (PCGIAP) was established in 1995 to promote the development and implementation of geographic information systems (GIS) infrastructure in the Asia-Pacific region. In 2012, following the creation of the United Nations Committee of Experts on Global Geospatial Information Management (UN-GGIM) in 2011, PCGIAP was rebranded as UN-GGIM-AP to align with the global geospatial governance framework.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%87%AE%F0%9F%87%B3_Indias_Engagement_in_Geospatial_Governance\"><\/span>\ud83c\uddee\ud83c\uddf3 India&#8217;s Engagement in Geospatial Governance<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>India has been actively involved in geospatial initiatives both domestically and internationally. The establishment of the National Spatial Data Infrastructure (NSDI) in 2006 marked a significant step in organizing and disseminating geospatial data within the country. Internationally, India has contributed to various UN-GGIM working groups and has hosted regional meetings to promote geospatial capacity building.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%97%BA%EF%B8%8F_Significance_of_Geospatial_Information\"><\/span>\ud83d\uddfa\ufe0f Significance of Geospatial Information<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Geospatial information plays a critical role in modern governance, supporting activities such as urban planning, disaster management, environmental monitoring, and infrastructure development. The ability to collect, analyze, and utilize geospatial data enhances decision-making processes and contributes to achieving sustainable development objectives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%A7%A0_Key_Takeaways_from_%E2%80%9CIndia_Elected_Co-Chair_of_UN-GGIM_Asia-Pacific%E2%80%9D\"><\/span>\ud83e\udde0 Key Takeaways from &#8220;India Elected Co-Chair of UN-GGIM Asia-Pacific&#8221;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>No.<\/th><th>Key Takeaway<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>1<\/td><td>India has been elected Co-Chair of UN-GGIM-AP for the 2025\u20132028 term.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2<\/td><td>The 14th Plenary Meeting took place in Goyang-si, Republic of Korea.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>3<\/td><td>Hitesh Kumar S. Makwana, Surveyor General of India, will lead the committee.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>4<\/td><td>The committee represents 56 national geospatial authorities across Asia-Pacific.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>5<\/td><td>India&#8217;s focus includes secure digital transformation and data-driven governance.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">UN-GGIM Asia-Pacific 2025\u20132028<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs_Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span>FAQs: Frequently Asked Questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>1. What is UN-GGIM-AP?<\/strong><br>UN-GGIM-AP stands for United Nations Global Geospatial Information Management for Asia and the Pacific. It is a regional committee under UN-GGIM that promotes geospatial governance, data sharing, and sustainable development in the Asia-Pacific region.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>2. When was India elected as Co-Chair of UN-GGIM-AP?<\/strong><br>India was elected as the Co-Chair of UN-GGIM-AP for the 2025\u20132028 term during the 14th Plenary Meeting held from September 24\u201326, 2025.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>3. Who will represent India as Co-Chair in UN-GGIM-AP?<\/strong><br>Hitesh Kumar S. Makwana, the Surveyor General of India, will serve as India\u2019s representative and Co-Chair for the 2025\u20132028 term.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>4. How many countries participate in UN-GGIM-AP?<\/strong><br>UN-GGIM-AP represents 56 national geospatial authorities from countries across the Asia-Pacific region.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>5. Why is India\u2019s role as Co-Chair important for exams?<\/strong><br>India\u2019s leadership position highlights its global engagement in geospatial governance, sustainable development, and international collaboration\u2014topics relevant for UPSC, State PSCs, banking, railways, and defence exam syllabi.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>6. What are India\u2019s priorities as Co-Chair?<\/strong><br>India plans to focus on secure digital transformation, leadership in geospatial innovation, inclusivity, good governance, data-driven decision-making, and regional collaboration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>7. What was UN-GGIM-AP earlier called?<\/strong><br>Before 2012, it was known as the Permanent Committee on GIS Infrastructure for Asia and the Pacific (PCGIAP).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>8. Where was the 14th Plenary Meeting of UN-GGIM-AP held?<\/strong><br>It was held in Goyang-si, Republic of Korea, from September 24\u201326, 2025.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>9. How does geospatial data help in governance?<\/strong><br>Geospatial data aids urban planning, disaster management, environmental monitoring, infrastructure development, and evidence-based policymaking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>10. 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