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National Drought Agreement.

Country/Territory
Australia
Territorial subdivision
New South Wales
Document type
Miscellaneous
Date
2018
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Subject
Water
Keyword
Water shortage/drought Sustainable use Sustainable development Policy/planning Freshwater resources management Climate change Sub-national agreement Irrigation
Geographical area
Asia and the Pacific, Australia and New Zealand, Indian Ocean, Oceania, South Pacific
Abstract

This Agreement between the Commonwealth, states and territories of Australia builds on drought policy reform and provides a framework to enable consistency of drought policy and reform objectives and complementarity of drought preparedness, response and recovery programs. It proritises objectives and outcomes that enhance long-term preparedness, sustainability, resilience and risk management for farming businesses and farming communities in Australia. This Agreement also complements other measures taken by jurisdictions to promote adaptation to climate change.

Full text
English
Website
www.coag.gov.au