International Astronomical Union

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A topic known well beyond its field, found in many languages.

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Society

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What Wikipedia says

The International Astronomical Union (IAU; French: Union astronomique internationale, UAI) is an international non-governmental organization (INGO) with the objective of advancing astronomy in all aspects, including promoting astronomical research, outreach, education, and development through global cooperation.

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