Global Snapshot Cadastre 2025

Resumo

In times of considerable global and national uncertainty, cadastres and the land administration functions of tenure, value, planning and development, continue to be important tools to support economic, social, and environmental sustainability. This paper provides a snapshot of the global status of cadastres, drawing upon selected country cases and technological developments to illustrate current advances and challenges. Specifically, it draws upon the current workplan activities of Commission 7 of FIG, focus around the UNGGIM's Framework for Effective Land Administration (FELA); Fit-for-Purpose Land Administration (FFPLA); 3D Land Administration, the ISO 19152 Land Administration Domain Model Standard; the increasing role of artificial intelligence (AI) and remote sensing in the domain; the integration of land administration function; the status of land administration education; and global monitoring and comparison of cadastral systems. Amongst these positive and significant developments, there is continuing evidence of challenges to establish, complete, and renew cadastres. Issues relating to good governance, sustainable financing, educational pathways and community awareness are key. In this regard, FIG can and should continue to play a leading role in global advocacy, professional network development, and knowledge development and dissemination.