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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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Cambodia: National Roadmap for Early Warnings for All (EW4ALL 2025–2028) thumbnail
Policies and plans
Policy type
National policies and plans

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
Policies and plans
Policy type
National policies and plans

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
Policies and plans
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National policies and plans

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
Policies and plans
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Regional policies and plans

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

World Health Organization (WHO)
Brazil - government
Sri Lanka: National Climate Finance Strategy (2025-2030) thumbnail
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National policies and plans

The Sri Lankan National Climate Finance Strategy adopts an organized approach based on international best practices, focusing on crucial areas like adaptation, mitigation, and managing climate-related losses.

Sri Lanka - government
G20 DRR Ministerial Declaration cover
Policies and plans
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Intergovernmental declarations

The G20 Working Group on Disaster Risk Reduction Ministerial Declaration “Resilience of All” reaffirms a shared resolve to reduce disaster risk and promote sustainable development through enhanced investment and international cooperation.

Group of Twenty, the (G20)
Wildfires in Northern Ireland: Strategic framework 2025-2030 thumbnail
Policies and plans
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Local policies and plans

This framework provides a roadmap over the next five years to guide wildfire prevention, preparedness, response, recovery and enforcement work in Northern Ireland.

Northern Ireland Executive (NIE)
New Zealand: National Adaptation Framework thumbnail
Policies and plans
Policy type
National policies and plans

The New Zealand government developed a long-term approach for building New Zealand's resilience to risks from natural hazards such as floods and storms.

New Zealand - government