International Geographical Union
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The International Geographical Union (IGU; French: Union Géographique Internationale, UGI) is an international geographical society. The first International Geographical Congress was held in Antwerp in 1871. Subsequent meetings led to the establishment of the permanent organization in Brussels, Belgium, in 1922.
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Abbreviation | IGU |
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Formation | 1922; 102 years ago (1922) |
Type | INGO |
Region served | Worldwide |
Official language | English, French |
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Affiliations | International Science Council |
Website | IGU-Online.org |
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The International Geographical Union adheres to the International Science Council (ISC), which it recognizes as the coordinating body for the international organisations of science.