FAO and its partners – UNCCD, IDMP, WMO, and GWP – are the promoters of this shift and collaborate on several projects and activities, including the organization of a series of regional workshops on the theme “Supporting the Implementation of National Drought Plans: integrating National Drought Plans (NDPs) into National Action Plans (NAPs)”. During the workshops, various themes were discussed, including the role of technology, financial resources, national regulatory frameworks and coordination mechanism. The utilization of technology plays a crucial role in successfully implementing integrated drought management. “No poverty or food hunger reduction strategy can be successful if drought is not tackled proactively, and drought management cannot be enhanced without adequate and innovative financial resources. These regional events covered essential areas such as assessing national drought plans and the progress made in their implementation, reviewing institutional responsibilities and roles, and evaluating drought finance and financing mechanisms.
