United Nations Office for Project Services(UNOPS):
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The United Nations Office for Project Services(UNOPS) was established in 1973 as part of the United Nations Development Programme(UNDP). It became an independent, self-financing organization in 1995.
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Aim: It is dedicated to implementing projects for the United Nations System. Apart from that, UNOPS also help in project implementation of international financial institutions, governments and other partners around the world.
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Significance: UNOPS is a member of the United Nations Sustainable Development Group(UNSDG).
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The headquarters of the United Nations Office for Project Services is located in Copenhagen, Denmark.
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Why in news? The Ministry of Jal Shakti Ministry has entered a partnership with the United Nations Office for Project Services(UNOPS) and the government of Denmark. The agreement aims to bring tap water connections to 11 water-scarce districts in Uttar Pradesh under the Jal Jeevan mission.