TIRANA, June 19 – The Council of Ministers approved the National Climate Change Adaptation Plan 2026–2036. The document sets a strategic framework to prepare the country for the effects of global warming. Deputy Prime Minister Albana Koçiu signed the decision. The measure also repeals the previous 2019 plan and assigns the Ministry of Environment, together with other institutions, to implement the new roadmap.
The new plan, known as the second National Adaptation Plan (NAP), responds to rising risks from higher average temperatures, droughts, floods and wildfires. It focuses on protecting vulnerable communities. It also targets improved resilience across agriculture, forestry, tourism, energy, transport and urban development.
Meanwhile, the document highlights the need for a new integrated approach. It states that climate change represents one of the major challenges of modern times. It also notes increasing exposure of ecosystems, economies and public welfare to extreme weather events.
At the same time, the plan defines itself as more than a policy framework. It functions as a central mechanism for national financial and development planning.
In addition, the document includes supporting instruments. These include a financing strategy, a gender equality action plan and a monitoring framework. It also stresses that adaptation requires continuous effort, stronger institutions, sustainable financing and cross-sector involvement.
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