Saudi delegation discusses Arab contribution to UN’s Integrated Geospatial Information Framework

The Saudi delegation highlighted in particular its cooperation with thematic working groups in the academic and private sectors. (SPA)
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  • Mohammed Al-Sayel, president of the Saudi General Authority for Survey and Geospatial Information, spoke at the second meeting of the framework’s High-Level Group

RIYADH: A Saudi delegation proposed ways to implement the strategic goals of the Arab Committee of UN Experts for Geospatial Information Management for the benefit of all countries during a high-level meeting held at the UN headquarters in New York.

At the second meeting of the High-Level Group of the Integrated Geospatial Information Framework on Tuesday, the delegation highlighted the contributions of the Arab committee, which is chaired by the Kingdom through its geospatial authority.

They discussed ways to enhance communication among member states to overcome challenges and achieve impactful results.

They reviewed the work of Arab countries in relation to the high-level group and their contributions to its plans, while addressing the group’s strategic plans and the progress of its work in line with the current goals and priorities.