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The General Conference on Weights and Measures (CGPM) is an intergovernmental body comprising delegates from nations committed to the Metre Convention, ensuring uniformity and accuracy in scientific and industrial measurements worldwide. Its initial mandate was to oversee the maintenance and improvement of the metric system. The CGPM's decisions are often ratified by its elected body, the International Committee for Weights and Measures (CIPM), and directly influence everything from fundamental scientific research to the precision required in global trade and manufacturing. Its work is crucial for technological advancement, international commerce, and the consistent application of scientific principles across borders.