This report looks at water adaptation aspects in ongoing processes of formulating and implementing National Adaptation Programmes of Action (NAPAs). The report scrutinizes the interface between national water policies and NAPAs and examines to what extent and in what ways water issues are made part of the NAPAs. It also looks at the extent to which existing water sector plans and policies include adaptation to the effects of climate change as a strategic area.

This report assesses the current vulnerability and potential increase in climate hazards and associated risks within vulnerable national sectors, including the livelihoods of communities. It is intended to provide the Global Environment Facility with indications of Samoa"s most urgent and immediate climatic adaptation needs.