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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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    The South Sudan Roadmap on Anticipatory Action 2025-2030 thumbnail
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    The South Sudan Roadmap on Anticipatory Action 2025-2030

    The South Sudan Roadmap on Anticipatory Action 2025-2030 (SSRAA) represents a major milestone in the country’s efforts to shift from crisis-response to proactive risk management.

    South Sudan, Republic of - government
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    Palestine: National emergency plan for Northern Provinces

    This emergency plan is an operational guide for communities in emergency situations, acting as first responders.

    State of Palestine - government
    Tanzania: National Disaster Risk Financing Framework and Implementation Plan thumbnail
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    Tanzania: National disaster risk financing framework and implementation plan

    The National Disaster Risk Financing Framework (DRFF) 2025/26–2030/31 aims to enhance response capacity, ensure fiscal stability, and protect citizens.

    United Republic of Tanzania - government
    Belize: Disaster risk financing policy and implementation plan thumbnail
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    Belize: Disaster risk financing policy and implementation plan

    The Government of Belize (GoB) recognizes the critical need for robust DRF mechanisms to mitigate disasters' economic and social impacts.

    Belize - government
    Cambodia: National Roadmap for Early Warnings for All (EW4ALL 2025–2028) thumbnail
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    Cambodia: National Roadmap for Early Warnings for All (EW4ALL 2025–2028)

    The roadmap, developed through collaboration among government ministries, UN agencies, and civil society, aligns with global Early Warnings for All (EW4ALL) standards and Cambodia’s Disaster Management Law.

    Cambodia - government
    Somalia National Adaptation Plan thumbnail
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    Somalia: National adaptation plan

    The National Adaptation Plan aims to build long-term adaptive capacity across key sectors through a coordinated, cross-sectoral approach while promoting sustainable economic growth and safeguarding the most vulnerable populations.

    Somalia - government
    Plano nacional de proteção e defesa civil thumbnail
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    Plano nacional de proteção e defesa civil

    The National Secretariat for Protection and Civil Defense (Sedec), of the Ministry of Integration and Regional Development (MIDR), is the central body of the National System for Protection and Civil Defense (Sinpdec).

    Brazil - government
    The Belém Health Action Plan for the adaptation of the Health sector to Climate Change thumbnail
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    The Belém Health Action Plan for the adaptation of the health sector to climate change

    The Belém Plan provides a tangible framework for governments to build climate-resilient health systems.

    World Health Organization (WHO)
    Brazil - government