The Open Geospatial Consortium (OGC) wishes to clarify the operational structure and status of the OGC Japan Forum.
The OGC is a U.S.-incorporated non-profit organization dedicated to advancing geospatial standards, with over 350 members worldwide, including more than ten in Japan.
OGC members participate in the Technical Committee, which oversees all OGC publications, and may join Working Groups and Regional Forums. There are currently 13 Regional Forums, including the OGC Japan Forum.
The OGC Japan Forum, established in December 2014 in Tokyo, is a subgroup of the Technical Committee. It serves as a local platform for members to collaborate and discuss relevant topics. The Forum has no legal status, cannot enter into contracts, and does not conduct business activities. Its activities are limited to organizing meetings and informal cooperation with other organizations.
The Forum includes members from Japan and other countries, is managed by OGC staff, and is currently electing chairs to guide its agenda. Only the OGC, as a legal entity, may represent the Forum.
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