The Working Group was tasked to:
- Produce a recommendation for a minimum list of global fundamental geospatial data themes. Each data theme will be supported by a description and short guidelines.
- Take account of existing activity being undertaken by UN-GGIM regional committees ensuring that where possible existing resources are used.
- Consider the prioritisation of the data themes and how they link to other data needs within the UN-GGIM programme of work.
- Consider the specific needs and vulnerabilities of small-island developing States.
- Ensure that the data themes are technical in nature as not to raise political concerns.