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Myanmar Climate Change Strategy (2018 – 2030).

Country/Territory
Myanmar
Document type
Date
2019
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Subject
Agricultural & rural development, Environment gen., Food & nutrition
Keyword
Climate change Biodiversity Flood Sustainable development Disasters Poverty Gender Social protection Research Food security
Geographical area
Asia, ASIA AND THE PACIFIC, Indian Ocean, Least Developed Countries, South-Eastern Asia
Abstract

This Myanmar Climate Change Strategy (MCCS, 2018-2030) is a national wide policy document with a multi-sectoral approach. The long-term goal of this strategy is: By 2030, Myanmar has achieved climate-resilience and pursued a low-carbon growth pathway to support inclusive and sustainable development. Six priorities social, infrastructure and economic sectors were identified: 1. Climate-smart agriculture, fisheries and livestock for food security; 2. Sustainable management of natural resources for healthy ecosystem; 3. Resilient and low-carbon energy, transport and industrial systems for sustainable growth; 4. Resilient, inclusive and sustainable cities and towns where people can live and thrive; 5. Climate risk management for people's health and wellbeing; 6. Education, science and technology for a resilient society.

Full text
English
Website
myanmarccalliance.org