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The government of Belize, with support from the World Bank and the Global Facility for Disaster Reduction and Recovery (GFDRR), addressed the urgent needs of vulnerable households and small farmers that were exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Western disturbances are hanging out over India for longer, adversely affecting water security in the country.

The Angola DRF diagnostic aims to support a better understanding of the fiscal impact of disasters and crises and in planning and implementing options to strengthen financial resilience for government, rural households, and micro- and SMEs.

As Honduras is country highly exposed to natural hazards and has experienced devastating shocks to its population and economy, rebuilding after disasters with an eye to both ensuring resilience and inclusion is key.

The World Bank and the Global Facility for Disaster Reduction and Recovery (GFDRR) supported construction of new rural infrastructure in Vietnam and enhanced safety and connectivity for the country’s most vulnerable communities.

At UNGA-ECOSOC event, FAO Deputy Director-General emphasizes the key role of effective anticipatory action in protecting and equipping communities ahead of shocks.

World Environment Day (WED) 2024 host, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the United Nations Environment Programme, (UNEP) have launched campaigns to combat desertification, restore land and build drought resilience ahead of global WED celebrations.

Different types of green roofs, green facades, permeable paving and ventilation systems have been tested in a school building of Spain to address increasing temperatures and water scarcity.