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National Spatial Data Infrastructure vs Cadastre System for Economic Development: Evidence from Pakistan

Peer-reviewed publication
Février, 2021
Pakistan

The growth of Pakistan’s agriculture-based economy depends on elevating agriculture production and raising the per-capita income of rural communities. This paper evaluates the value of two simultaneous initiatives for the economic development of Pakistan, i.e., (i) reforming and modernization of the cadastre system, and (ii) the implementation of national spatial data infrastructure (NSDI). Both can provide crucial frameworks to assemble geographic information necessary for effective agriculture policies in the country.

Land-Based Financing Elements in Infrastructure Policy Formulation: A Case of India

Peer-reviewed publication
Février, 2021
India
British Indian Ocean Territory

A rapid increase in land and property values has been one of the driving forces of urban ecosystem development in many countries. This phenomenon has presented project proponents/policymakers with multiple options and associated challenges, nudging them to configure or incorporate elements of land-based financing in their policies and legislations. Specifically, the Government of India and various state governments have sought to monetize land through diverse instruments, for augmenting the financial viability of infrastructure and area development projects.

The priority dilemma of Western Sanctions on Syria's agricultural reconstruction

Peer-reviewed publication
Décembre, 2020
Syrian Arab Republic

The current relationship between Syria and the West cripples any real prospect for reconstruction. Western sanctions on reconstruction as a political tool aimed at the regime, have wide-ranging negative impacts on the civilian population – while having little hope of political success. For agriculture the repercussions of sanctions on reconstruction are severe, affecting refugee returns, livelihood recovery, food security and stabilization.

Opportunities And Challenges Of Implementing A Spatial Data Infrastructure Case Study Of Rabat-Salé-Kenitra State In Morocco

Décembre, 2020
Morocco
France
United States of America

Context and backgroundA Spatial Data Infrastructure (SDI) for the Rabat-Salé-Kenitra (RSK) region represents a major opportunity to coordinate exchanges and share spatial data between several actors: producers or users of spatially referenced data on a regional scale.Goal and ObjectivesThe objective of this article is to analyze the potentialities and handicaps of the implementation of such a spatial data infrastructure in order to promote a better coordination of the different actors of the regional territories.MethodologyTo achieve this objective, a scientific survey was conducted to coll

The Need For Spatial Data Infrastructure For Sustainable Development In Tanzania

Décembre, 2020
Global

This paper explores the use of spatial data in Tanzania, it underscores the reasons for lagging in the establishment of National Spatial Data Infrastructure. Using documentary analysis, strategically designed interviews, and questionnaires; data were collected from the spatial data user community in Tanzania.  Upon simple analysis of the data, the following were the findings: Firstly, it has been revealed that spatial data is not well managed, reused nor shared. Secondly, there are difficulties in the availability and accessibility of spatial data.

Local Food Systems in Cambodia, Myanmar, and the Philippines: Perspective from the Local Communities

Décembre, 2020

Food systems must provide adequate, healthy, and sustainable diets to the growing and changing population whilst responding to shocks and stressors related to climate variability, urbanization, globalization, conflicts, and economic change. This study examined the national food systems of Cambodia, Myanmar, and the Philippines and the local food systems of complementary Climate-Smart Villages: Chhouk, Htee Pu, and Himbubulo Weste.

Report on data ecosystem mapping: Mapping of agricultural data and data holding institutions

Décembre, 2020
Netherlands

There is a need to overcome systemic bottlenecks to facilitate agri-data management, access, and sharing. Among the possible measures recommended by various studies is the development and establishment of national ag- data hub. Understanding the gaps, needs, constraints, and priorities of partners is essential to co-define contextualized interventions that are timely and useful. One of the key activities is thus be to engage with partners in order to consult them on data and infrastructure needs and requirements in order to facilitate co-creation.

The role of open data in evidencing and limiting political interference in public input distribution in Guatemala

Décembre, 2020
Guatemala

Input subsidies are a popular redistributive policy measure in many developing countries to support climate change adaptation through yield stabilization and food security in a small-farm context. Nevertheless, the evidence of the effectiveness of the programs is mixed. One main point of critique is that these programs are vulnerable to political interference leading to misuse.