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2026
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| Online Access: | https://rmets.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/cli2.70049 |
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- Learning From Disaster: Evaluating Pakistan's First National Adaptation Plan for Flood Risk Management Jiashu Zhu Erik Mackie Amy Munro‐Faure Climate Resilience and Sustainability ABSTRACT The Indus Basin is a critical water resource for Pakistan, providing irrigation, drinking water and hydropower for millions. However, it is highly vulnerable to severe flooding, which is projected to worsen under climate change. This article critically reviews Pakistan's first National Adaptation Plan (NAP) and draws lessons from past major flood events, including the 2010 and 2022 floods, to assess the effectiveness of current flood risk management strategies. A systematic literature review was conducted to identify key lessons on infrastructure limitations, early warning systems (EWS), community participation, maladaptation risks and the integration of these lessons into national policies. Findings indicate that although the NAP makes significant strides in climate adaptation planning, it remains infrastructure‐focused, with limited emphasis on nature‐based solutions and rural resilience. The article concludes with recommendations to strengthen the NAP through improved stakeholder engagement, better integration of local knowledge and a balanced approach to structural and non‐structural interventions. 10.1002/cli2.70049 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/