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Governance

The institutional structures and processes that drive decision-making and management of DRR programs at regional, national and local level. This theme also includes institutions, legislations, policies and coordination mechanisms such as regional and national platforms.

UN Member States are exploring a legally binding instrument to better protect people before, during, and after disasters.

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The preparation of this National Progress Report has been undertaken within the framework of the biennial 2007-09 HFA Monitoring and Progress Review process, facilitated by UNISDR and ISDR System partners.

National Disaster Management Authority (Pakistan)
Policies and plans
Policy type
National policies and plans

The purpose of this document is to formulate guidelines for the preparation of plans to reduce earthquake risk, and minimise the impact, loss of lives and damage to property caused by earthquakes.

India - government
Policies and plans
Policy type
National policies and plans

The National Environment Policy, 2006 is the outcome of extensive consultations with experts in different disciplines, Central Ministries, Members of Parliament, State Governments, Industry Associations, Academic and Research Institutions, Civil Society

India - government
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This paper discusses several potential areas where the Caribbean Development Bank (CDB) can focus its climate change response efforts. Two main areas are discussed: (a) due diligence in internal operations, and (b) support for climate risk management in

Caribbean Development Bank
Policies and plans
Policy type
National policies and plans

Finland’s National Strategy for Adaptation to Climate Change was completed in 2005. A Coordination Group for Adaptation to Climate Change was appointed to follow and promote the implementation of the strategy.

Finland - government
Policies and plans
Policy type
National policies and plans

According to the project brief, Swaziland is experiencing a new humanitarian crisis resulting from the unrelenting onslaught of HIV and AIDS, deepening food insecurity due to erratic rainfall extremes, poverty and the declining capacity of national

United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)
Eswatini - government
Documents and publications

In addition to the immediate risks stemming from the financial crisis, the report identifies gaps in global governance and cautions against ignoring interconnected risks related to natural resources. It warns of potential rising tensions between developed

World Economic Forum (WEF)
Documents and publications

This report on African geopolitical risk was released for the World Economic Forum on Africa (Cape Town, South Africa, 4-6 June 2008). It identifies and explores trends, potential impacts and mitigation relevant to four key risks facing Africa. These

World Economic Forum (WEF)
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