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Governance of risk plays a central role in managing disaster risk. Disaster risk reduction (DRR) strategies, in particular, are crucial for coordinating DRR implementation at both the national and local levels. They serve as the cornerstone for effective disaster risk governance and risk-informed development.

National and local strategies set implementation milestones, establish key roles and responsibilities, and identify technical and financial resources. At the same time, the existence of regional/sub-regional strategies and/or legally binding frameworks for disaster risk reduction acts as a significant incentive for the development of DRR strategies at national level.

This page displays regional, national and local policy documents and declarations on disaster risk, climate adaptation and resilience:

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Pacific regional framework on climate mobility implementation plan 2025-2030 thumbnail
Policies and plans
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Regional policies and plans

The Pacific Regional Framework on Climate Mobility (PRFCM) serves as a guide for Pacific Islands Forum (Forum) governments, communities, non-state actors and partners in ensuring rights-based and people-centred movement in the context of climate change.

The Pacific Island Forum
The Papua New Guinea National Disaster Risk Reduction Framework (2017–2030) thumbnail
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National policies and plans

The Papua New Guinea National Disaster Risk Reduction Framework (2017–2030) outlines the country’s long-term strategy to reduce disaster risk and strengthen resilience.

Papua New Guinea - government
Rwanda national disaster risk reduction and management policy thumbnail
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National policies and plans

The Rwanda National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Policy (2023) sets out a national framework to reduce disaster risks and strengthen resilience.

Rwanda - government
National disaster management office strategic plan 2016 - 2020 thumbnail
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National policies and plans

The National Disaster Management Office (NDMO) Strategic Plan (2016–2020) outlines Vanuatu’s approach to strengthening disaster risk management in one of the world’s most hazard-exposed countries.

Vanuatu - government
Thailand national adaptation plan  thumbnail
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National policies and plans

Thailand’s National Adaptation Plan (2023) provides a comprehensive framework to strengthen climate resilience by reducing vulnerability and integrating adaptation into national, sectoral, and local development planning.

Thailand - government
Sierra Leone national disaster risk management policy  thumbnail
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National policies and plans

The revised National Disaster Risk Management Policy (NDRMP) for Sierra Leone is a critical response to the escalating frequency and intensity of disasters, which are increasingly exacerbated by climate change.

Sierra Leone - government
National adaptation plan for St. Vincent and the Grenadines  thumbnail
Policies and plans
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National policies and plans

The National Adaptation Plan (2019) for Saint Vincent and the Grenadines sets out a long-term framework (2018–2030) to reduce climate vulnerability and embed climate change adaptation into national development planning.

Saint Vincent and the Grenadines - government
Adverse weather and health plan thumbnail
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National policies and plans

The Adverse Weather and Health Plan aims to protect individuals and communities from the health effects of adverse weather and to build community resilience.

UK Health Security Agency