Amid digital transformation, urban growth, and climate change, land administration faces unprecedented challenges. The work examines how cadastral systems, geospatial data, and emerging technologies reinforce tenure security and governance while offering practical strategies to build resilient, inclusive management systems.
In the context of digital transformation and rapid advances in information and communication technologies, as well as urbanization and climate change, effective land administration has become increasingly important. The UNECE Working Party on Land Administration has explored the interconnected roles of ecosystems (organizational structures and interactions among key actors) and security (examined at three levels: tenure security, system integrity, and data protection) as essential components of sustainable land management, focusing on how these elements can address challenges posed by global megatrends. This publication highlights the importance of cadastral systems, innovative technologies, geospatial data and formalization of informal constructions in securing land tenure, improving governance, and mitigating disaster risks. These tools are vital for fostering resilient, inclusive land management practices across the UNECE region and beyond, supporting efforts to safeguard data integrity and enhance land governance in the face of emerging global challenges. Reflecting the collaborative work of the UNECE Working Party, this document offers strategic insights and practical solutions for strengthening land administration systems in alignment with the Sustainable Development Goals.