Global synthesis report on Comprehensive Risk Management: Charting a path towards resilient futures

The global synthesis report on Comprehensive Risk Management (CRM) provides a snapshot of how countries, regions, and institutions are advancing integrated approaches to disaster risk reduction (DRR) and climate action for sustainable development. Climate and disaster risks are escalating, interconnected, and increasingly complex—demanding a shift from reactive crisis response to proactive, risk-informed action. provides the first global snapshot of how countries, regions, and institutions are advancing Comprehensive Risk Management (CRM) to align disaster risk reduction (DRR) and climate action for sustainable development.

This report highlights progress, gaps, and good practices in translating global frameworks—such as the Sendai Framework, the Paris Agreement, and the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development—into integrated, risk-informed policies and actions. Drawing on analysis of National Adaptation Plans (NAPs) and national DRR strategies from around the world, supported by AI-informed analysis, the report identifies promising trends, persistent gaps, and practical pathways for coherence across governance, financing, and implementation. Key recommendations of this report, include:

1. Strengthen governance for coherence and resilience: Engage high-level leadership to align climate action, DRR, and development strategies.
2. Improve coordination and inclusiveness across levels and stakeholders: Enhance mechanisms that clarify roles, connect sectors, and promote leadership at the local level.
3. Develop a shared understanding of disaster and climate risk to inform planning and implementation: Use integrated data and comprehensive risk assessments to inform planning and implementation.
4. Increase and align financing for DRR and climate action: Mobilise and track resources jointly for DRR and climate action, with stronger support for local implementation.
5. Establish robust monitoring and evaluation systems: Create holistic M&E frameworks to track progress, identify gaps, and ensure accountability.
6. Translate global and regional frameworks into implementation: Translate global commitments into implementation at the national and subnational levels to be effective.