Furthermore, other than carrying out the domestic standardization procedure of the ISO19100 series $ ^{1} $ , the utilization of geospatial information is being pushed forward comprehensively, for example, the enhancement of the “Geographic Information Clearinghouse” that enables integrated searches, as well as the construction and diffusion of “Denshi Kokudo Web System” that enables the integration and sharing of geospatial information on the Internet.

## (2) Promoting the development and provision of the Fundamental Geospatial Data

Through the collecting of large-scale map data and taking aerial photographs, the development of the Fundamental Geospatial Data ensured certain quality is being maintained, and the provision is being carried out via the Internet as the positional reference for digital maps.

### 3. Realization of e-Government

Having received the “i-Japan Strategy 2015” formulated by the government, MLIT is taking measures for realizing e-Government.

The e-Application in it is being intensively expanded for enabling administrative service and efficiency enhancement.

## (1) Providing a one-stop service for the procedures related to automobile maintenance

A one-stop service is being pushed forward with the cooperation of the related prefectural ministries. It integrates different services such as inspections, registration, and payment of taxes on automobiles and allows procedures to be performed on the computer. For new registration of vehicles, this service is operating in 10 prefectures. In addition to the e-certificate (Resident Basic Information Card), the improvement of usage ease is being worked on, such as to improve the application procedures for enabling the utilization of Stamp Registration Certificates, etc.

## (2) ICT introduction of bidding and contracts in public affairs

The ICT utilization in bidding and contracts in public affairs is one of the important pillars of public affairs reform from the viewpoint of cost reduction etc. To be specific, the CALS/EC (Continuous Acquisition and Life-cycle Support / Electronic Commerce) $ ^{2} $ is being pushed forward. Among these, e-bidding is targeting the construction projects initiated by the Regional Development Bureaus and all construction consultant projects. E-delivering is being implemented for submitting the completed product in electronic data.

Furthermore, the single reception $ ^{3} $ of the competition participating qualification approval of public affairs, which is performed by each project owner, is being implemented. It strives for the reduction of workload for both the project owner and applicant and the applications through Internet accounted for about 79% of the total in FY 2009 and FY 2010.

### 4. Developing and opening optical fibers for public facility management and its spaces

Having received the “e-Japan Intensive Plan”, in order to further carry out the formation of sophisticated information communication networks with the highest global standard, the development and opening of the optical fiber for public facility management and its spaces have been pushed forward.

Regarding optical fibers for public facility management, in order to enhance the efficiency of public facility management, as well as to provide and share large amounts of data quickly and stably, development is continuing in rivers, roads, ports and sewerage. Among these, optical fibers for the management of rivers and roads that are managed by the nation were opened to private business operators up to an extent whereby facility management remained unhindered. In FY 2009, the applicant recruitment regarding around 18,000 km of optical fibers was carried out.

## Section 2 – Promotion of Technology Development and Research

### 1. Promotion of comprehensive technology development and research

The bureaus of MLIT, research institutes and Regional Development Bureaus are striving for further enhancement of cooperation systems with industries, educational institutions and the government. At the same time, they are pushing forward the cross-sector and comprehensive technology research and development and actively reflecting the achievements to public affairs, public construction and the transportation industry.

On the basis of the “3 $ ^{rd} $ Science and Technology Basic Plan (FY 2006 to FY 2010)” and “Promotional Strategy on an Aspect