Japan and Jordan Sign Agreement for Geospatial Development Project

Strategic Insights -

The Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) has partnered with the Department of Land and Survey (DLS) and the Royal Jordanian Geographic Center (RJGC) to implement a technical cooperation project aimed at developing a unified national geographic coordinate system in Jordan. The project, titled "Project for Development of Continuously Operating Reference Stations (CORS) for Proper Land Management," will focus on human resource development and capacity building to improve Jordan's National Spatial Data Infrastructure (NSDI) and align it with the International Terrestrial Reference Frame (ITRF). The collaboration will also provide equipment and software to support the implementation of the CORS network.

Key Takeaways:

  • The project will focus on developing human resources and capacity building for the RJGC and DLS to implement and maintain a unified national geographic coordinate system aligned with the ITRF.
  • The project will improve Jordan's National Spatial Data Infrastructure (NSDI) and facilitate the country's transformation to the ITRF system.
  • Equipment and software will be provided to support the implementation of the CORS network, including a data center server, Bernese Software, GNSS Management Software, and an additional license for the DLS.
  • The project will be implemented over 2 years starting from February 2026, with Japanese consultants and technical experts visiting Jordan to transfer knowledge and best practices.
  • The project will involve the installation of a new CORS station in Jordan's eastern part and the data center at the RJGC premises.

Statistics:

  • The project will be implemented over 2 years, starting from February 2026.
  • The project will involve a number of Japanese consultants and specialized technical experts visiting Jordan during this period.
  • 50 CORS stations will be supported through the provision of GNSS Management Software.
  • The project will also provide an additional license for the DLS to add one more CORS to its GNSS Management Software.

Sources:

  • Jordan News Agency (2025), "Japan International Cooperation Agency Signs Agreement with Department of Land and Survey and Royal Jordanian Geographic Center".