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1 Report on Implementation of the 31 st APRC Key Recommendations for FAO s Action related to Regional Priority Framework and Achievement of Organizational Outputs (OOs) of RAP and SAP for PWB

2 FAO Regional Office for Asia and the Pacific

3 KEY RECOMMENDATIONS OF 31 st APRC and FAO s ACTIONS in PWB Key recommendations for action by FAO (paras refer to the 31 st APRC Final Report) Regional Priority Framework (RPF)/ Organizational Outputs (OOs in PWB ) RPF-C: 1. strengthening agricultural research and better linking of it to extension by promoting partnerships among research institutions, extension agencies and other key stakeholders, and increasing the number of female extension workers (para 14) F06P201 - Enhanced Institutional and Human Capacities of member countries, in particular, female extension workers in Asia-Pacific to Research and Extension, Education, Communications and to access knowledge sharing tools and innovations in agricultural development for sustainable Natural Resource Management and Food Security RPF-A: K02P201 - Enhanced capacity in FAO and in member countries of RAP region to mainstream gender sensitive approach in agricultural and related develoment policies and programmes and to collect, analyse and use gender disaggregated data and other related information improved) A01P203 - Capacity building and training, information dissemination on appropriate production technologies (SAP) 2. developing better gender-disaggregated agricultural, fisheries and forestry statistics (para 14) G01P203 - Development of tools and methodologies for building capacity for rural development programmes, focusing on rural employment creation (SAP). RPF-A: K02P201 K02P201 - Enhanced capacity in FAO and in member countries of RAP region to mainstream gender sensitive approach in agricultural and related develoment

4 policies and programmes and to collect, analyse and use gender disaggregated data and other related information improved RPF-A: H04P201 H04P201 - Strengthened capacity of member countries in Asia and the Pacific to generate, process, analyze and disseminate agricultural statistics and exchange best practices and methodologies K02P202 - Strengthened data collection and management systems to enhance incorporation of gender and social equity issues in food security and rural development programmes and policies (SAP). 3. strengthening agricultural market information systems, including stronger links between the systems developed by regional organizations and the global interagency Agricultural Market Information System (AMIS), based in Rome (para 14) RPF-A: H05P202- Needs assessed and technical assistance, policy advice and facilitation of knowledge generation, consistent with gender sensitive practices, provided to member countries for improved technology transfer, risk management, information management, and knowledge sharing for agriculture in the Asia-Pacific Region. RPF-B: G02P201 - Countries have enhanced capacity to formulate and implement rural development programmes and policies focusing on rural employment creation and rural income diversification and partnerships to enable such in the Asia and Pacific region G04P202 - Capacities increased and strengthened on trade policies, market access and in formulation of effective trade policies and strategies (SAP)

5 4. improving governance and regulation of the livestock sector in a manner that makes rapid growth possible in a sustainable and environmentally sound manner and does not threaten human health (para 14) RPF-B: B01P201 Technical support, strategic advice and policy guidance is provided to design and implement emergency and long term development projects, programs and policies that enhance productivity, facilitate access to in- and output markets and contribute to food and nutrition security within the broader goal of sustainable and environmentally sound livestock sector development RPF-B: B02P201 Technical support, strategic advice and policy guidance is provided to design and implement projects, programs and policies that contribute to reduced disease risks for livestock and human populations within the broader goal of sustainable livestock development B03P201 - Technical support, strategic advice and policy guidance is provided to design and implement projects, programs and policies that contribute to improved B04P201 - Collection, generation and dissemination of baseline information on animal production and health, capacity building, and evidence-based advocacy for increased attention to and investment in sustainable livestock sector development B02P202 - Appropriate national policy and regulations developed and established for reducing animal and associated human health risks, for further enhancing the development and expansion of livestock-based industries to cater for local demands (SAP)

6 RPF-B: 5. enhancing capacity for participation in the design of animal health and foodsafety standards facilitating greater access to markets (para 14) B02P201 - Technical support, strategic advice and policy guidance is provided to design and implement projects, programs and policies that contribute to reduced disease risks for livestock and human populations within the broader goal of sustainable livestock development RPF-A: D01P106 Facilitation of regional activities on food standardization including strengthening country capacities to participate in as well as understand the importance and use of Codex standards/ texts, harmonizing food safety and quality standards. D02P201 - Formulation and implementation of institutional, policy and legal frameworks that support an integrated food chain and market approach for food safety/ quality management D03P201 Programmes of food safety & quality management and control are effectively designed and implemented with emphasis on risk management as per international norms D02P202 - Appropriate national food legislation, standards and policies developed (SAP) D03P202 - Components of the Food control systems strengthened (SAP)

7 B02P202 - Appropriate national policy and regulations developed and established for reducing animal and associated human health risks, for further enhancing the development and expansion of livestock-based industries to cater for local demands (SAP) RPF-C: E01P201 Reliable information and data on forests and forestry in Asia and the Pacific are collected, analyzed, verified and reported in a timely manner 6. developing forests and forestry as a means of sustaining livelihoods, generating income, reducing poverty, preserving cultural heritage and maintaining environmental and biodiversity values (para 14) E02P201 Asia-Pacific Forestry Commission s activities strengthened and fostered through debate and dialogue on forestry issues, inter-regional mechanisms strengthened and fostered, and reliable data on forests and forestry collected in a timely manner, analysed and disseminated, leading overall to increased regional cooperation and collaboration among member countries E03P201 - Forest policy, law, institutional reform and forest governance promoted through participatory national forest programme approaches, and further strengthened through regional forest policy studies, trend analyses, capacity building and networking activities, leading to strengthened institutions, better forest law enforcement and governance, and an enabling environment for investment and growth of forestry in the Asia-Pacific region. E04P201 - Sustainable forest management strengthened through capacity building for a wider adoption of findings from the Forestry Outlook Study, effective implementation of UN-REDD Programme, and codes of practice for forest harvesting, effective management of forest pests and diseases and invasive species, and improved protection against forest fires E05P201 - Contributions of forests and trees to livelihood of forest dependent people enhanced through technical assistance and development of appropriate policies and regulations, best practices, financial mechanisms, and extension

8 services E06P201 - Environmental value of forests enhanced through development of strategies, actions and policy and technical guidance for conservation of forest biodiversity and genetic resources and mainstreaming the roles of forests and trees in climate change mitigation and adaptation. E02P202: Effective policies leading to best management practices adopted by member countries (SAP) E04P202 - Best management practices adopted to increase contribution of forests to livelihoods, address climate change issues and improve management of forests (SAP) E05P202 - Marketable products and services indentified to support livelihoods in the Pacific Islands (SAP) E06P202: Capacities of countries in biodiversity conservation, protected area management, genetic resources, climate change and wildlife management (SAP)

9 7. improving water management and enhancing dry land agricultural productivity (para 14) RPF-C : F01P201 - Sustainable use of soil and land resources promoted through generation and use of land resource data and information and promotion of sustainable land management practices. F02P201 Capacity on agriculture water management for smallholder farming and rural livelihoods improved in Asia and the Pacific F02P202 Countries in the Asia Pacific address water scarcity in agriculture and strengthen their capacities to improve water productivity of agricultural systems at national and river-basin levels F02P203 Methodologies for auditing performance and designing productivity improvements in medium and large irrigated systems, relevant for and adapted to the Asia Pacific, are developed and mainstreamed in the Region F02P204 - RAP contributions to the FAO Water Platform F01P202 - Pacific Island countries especially the Atoll island States have used FAO guidelines and policy, legal and technical advice for land use planning and sustainable land management (SAP) 8. developing an ecosystems approach framework through which fisheries and aquaculture activities can be implemented in a sustainable manner (para 14) RPF-C: C02P201 - National and regional fisheries and aquaculture institutions in RAP

10 region supported through activities of the Secretariat of the Asia-Pacific Fishery Commission (APFIC) C03P201 - Promotion of responsible and sustainable fisheries through ecosystem based approaches and support to improved sectoral decision making in the RAP region C04P201 - RAP member countries benefit from increased production and income from responsible and sustainable aquaculture development C05P112 - Support to RAP member countries to operate fisheries in a safer, more technically and socio-economically efficient manner, with reduction in environmental impact and compliant with regulatory frameworks C06P113 - Asian region benefits from enhanced and equitable trade of fishery and aquaculture products, which contributes positively to safety and quality of such products. C02P204 Improved small-scale fisheries activities efficiently and environmentally (SAP) C02P205 Strengthened national capacities in value-adding of fishery products, and enhancement of competitiveness of fishery products in domestic and international markets (SAP) C03P202 - Strengthened management of small-scale fisheries in accordance with the Code of Conduct for Responsible Fisheries and consistence with an Ecosystem Approach to Fisheries (SAP) C04P202 Strengthened national capacities for the management and further development of aquaculture in the Pacific region (SAP)

11 9. developing sound policies to facilitate transparent, open and efficient trade of food (para 14) RPF-B: G04P201 - Capacity of member countries to analyze trade policy and rules to formulate domestic policies to facilitate transparent, open and efficient trade developed as an integral part of food security (G04P201 ESP COORDINATOR / YABUKI/POLICY OFFICERS) G04P202 - Capacities increased and strengthened on trade policies, market access and in formulation of effective trade policies and strategies (SAP)

12 10. designing cost-effective safety nets for the most vulnerable (para 14) RPF-A: H01P201 Capacity of countries and regional organizations promoted in analysis, formulation, monitoring and implementation of food security policies and programmes in designing cost-effective safety nets for the most vulnerable, in particular, in rice production and productivity. (H01P201 ESP/BROCA/Rice Expert) X02P201 Knowledge exchange and advocacy to analyze and respond to global challenges enhanced and understanding achieved, such as high and volatile food prices, enhanced and shared understanding achieved (X02P201 MUDBHARY) H01P202 - Capacity to formulate policy, legal, regulatory and strategic frameworks for food security and nutrition strengthened (SAP) 11. adapting to and mitigating climate change through the creation of improved early warning systems and the development and dissemination of improved technologies and risk management tools (para 14) RPF-E: F05P201 - National and regional capacity to develop and implement climate

13 change adaptation and mitigation and sustainable bioenergy policies and strategies strengthened (CLIMATE CHANGE OFFICER & SYLVESTER) RPF-A: H05P202 Needs assessed and technical assistance, policy advice and facilitation of knowledge generation, consistent with gender sensitive practices, provided to member countries for improved technology transfer, risk management, information management, and knowledge sharing for agriculture in the Asia-Pacific Region. RPF-D: I02P201 - Organized response, assessments and strategic planning for appropriate and timely interventions through improved partnerships, coordianation, leadership, and capacity development promoted. I01P201 (New OO) Capacity to prevent, manage and respond to food and agricultural threats and emergencies of member countries strengthened and DRR/DRM strategies integrated in national agriculture and food security policy and strategies. F05P202 - Policy, legal framework and practices in countries enhanced to address impacts of emerging issues such as climate change and bio-energy (SAP) I02P202 - Capacity building on better emergency preparedness and integration of risk prevention and mitigation into policies and programmes (SAP) I02P203 - Appropriate response to mitigate the preparedness of natural disasters on the agriculture sector (SAP)

14 RPF-A: 12. work with appropriate stakeholders to facilitate the development of systems for mapping food and nutrition security actions to enhance coordination and alignment of the policies and programmes of government agencies and development partners and monitor progress in implementing key decisions concerning food and nutrition security, and relevant challenges and successes (para 19) H01P201 Capacity of countries and regional organizations promoted in analysis, formulation, monitoring and implementation of food security policies and programmes, in particular, in rice production and productivity. (H01P201 ESP/BROCA/Rice Expert) H03P203 - Technical support provided to regional stakeholders to develop, implement and advocate for nutrition-sensitive development by widening and strengthening partnerships and maximizing the synergies among different sectors for mapping food and nutrition security actions. (BAYASGALANBAT) Remarks: DAWE proposed to move H05P201 to Item no. 33. H01P202 - Capacity to formulate policy, legal, regulatory and strategic frameworks for food security and nutrition strengthened (SAP) 13. encourage regional coordination and support for country-level mapping of food security and nutrition actions, based on existing mechanisms and institutions, including the FAO Regional Office (para 20) RPF-A: H01P201 Capacity of countries and regional organizations promoted in analysis, formulation, monitoring and implementation of food security policies and programmes, in particular, in rice production and productivity. H03P204 - Countries have enhanced capacities in mapping of food security and nutrition actions to formulate and implement nutrition-sensitive agriculture policies and strategies and food-based programmes to address nutrition in Asia- Pacific region

15 H05P201 - Member countries in the region provided with access to analysis and information on the emerging food security challenges and issues in the region H05P202 Needs assessed and technical assistance, policy advice and facilitation of knowledge generation, consistent with gender sensitive practices, provided to member countries for improved technology transfer, risk management, information management, and knowledge sharing for agriculture in the Asia-Pacific Region H01P202 - Capacity to formulate policy, legal, regulatory and strategic frameworks for food security and nutrition strengthened (SAP) 14. assist member countries through participatory development of strategic analyses and investment guidelines (para 22) 15. assist member countries through facilitation of knowledge generation, dialogue and dissemination (para 22) RPF-B L01P201 Member countries and regional organizations supported in their efforts to increase private and public flows of investment in agriculture RPF-A H05P202 Needs assessed and technical assistance, policy advice and facilitation of knowledge generation, consistent with gender sensitive practices, provided to member countries for improved technology transfer, risk management, information management, and knowledge sharing for agriculture in the Asia-Pacific Region. (SYLVESTER) A02P202 - Capacity building and information sharing on transboundary pests and diseases (SAP) E02P203 - Information and support provided to countries enhanced, and on timely basis for policy and decision-making processes (SAP)

16 F01P202 - Pacific Island countries especially the Atoll island States have used FAO guidelines and policy, legal and technical advice for land use planning and sustainable land management (SAP) 16. assist member countries through capacity development, promotion of technology generation and transfer of technology and genetic materials in support of intensification and diversification of crops. (para 22) RPF B: A01P201 Capacity of member countries in increasing production and productivity of non-rice staple (wheat, maize, coarse grains and others) and horticultural crops (vegetables, fruits) enhanced by assisting in improving crop governance, research, development and extension process A01P204 Sustainable and multifunctional rice-based production system promoted in the region through network of knowledge on efficient rice systems and value chain for small farmers. RPF- C: A04P201 - Countries assisted to improve knowledge and capacities for enhancing comprehensive programmes on conservation and sustainable use of plant genetic resources, seed systems, and through adoption of IT-PGRFA. A04P202 - Capacity of countries in conservation and use of food crop genetic material enhanced for sustainable agricultural development and increased support of the international Treaty on PGRFA (SAP) 17. assist member countries through facilitation of global and regional cooperation to strengthen awareness raising and policy dialogue (para 22) FO-X

17 X03P201 Strengthened partnerships and collaboration with global and regional organizations to deliver effective technical support to Member Countries and Regional Organizations C02P202 - Strengthened national institutional capacities, through the cooperation / collaboration with international / regional organizations, bi-lateral agencies and NGOs, for the sustainable development and sound management of fisheries and aquaculture (SAP) X03P203 - Partnership with relevant UN agencies, Pacific CROP agencies, NGOs and Civil Society Organizations (SAP) 18. assist member countries through research-extension linkages, such as through the Global Agenda of Action for Sustainable Livestock Sector Development (para 22) RPF-B: B01P201 - Technical support, strategic advice and policy guidance is provided to design and implement emergency and long term development projects, programs and policies that enhance productivity, facilitate access to in- and output markets and contribute to food and nutrition security within the broader goal of sustainable livestock sector development (LIVESTOCK OFFICERS) B02P201 - Technical support, strategic advice and policy guidance is provided to design and implement projects, programs and policies that contribute to reduced disease risks for livestock and human populations within the broader goal of sustainable livestock development B03P201 - Technical support, strategic advice and policy guidance is provided to design and implement projects, programs and policies that contribute to improved management of animal genetic resources (GPA for AnGR) and

18 minimization of adverse impact of livestock production on natural resource use and climate change B04P201 - Collection, generation and dissemination of baseline information on animal production and health, capacity building, and evidence-based advocacy for increased attention to and investment in sustainable livestock sector development B01P117 - Contribution from the livestock sector increased through appropriate policies, investment and technical inputs (SAP) RPF-D: 19. recognize the special needs of small island developing countries in addressing food and nutrition security issues in the context of frequent natural disasters, emerging impacts of climate change; fragility of land and marine ecosystems; threats from invasive species; limited fresh water supplies; and high costs of transportation, with special emphasis on the importance of coconuts in small island developing countries (para 23) F05P201 - National and regional capacity to develop and implement climate change adaptation and mitigation and sustainable bioenergy policies and strategies strengthened I02P201 - Organized response, assessments and strategic planning for appropriate and timely interventions through improved partnerships, coordianation, leadership, and capacity development promoted I01P201 - (New OO) Capacity to prevent, manage and respond to food and agricultural threats and emergencies of member countries strengthened and DRR/DRM strategies integrated in national agriculture and food security policy and strategies. D04P202 Capacity of small island countries strengthened in industrial crop

19 production and market chain with special emphasis on coconuts (RAP/ SAP F01P202 - Pacific Island countries especially the Atoll island States have used FAO guidelines and policy, legal and technical advice for land use planning and sustainable land management (SAP) F05P202 - Policy, legal framework and practices in countries enhanced to address impacts of emerging issues such as climate change and bio-energy (SAP) H01P202 - Capacity to formulate policy, legal, regulatory and strategicframeworks for food security and nutrition strengthened (SAP) 20. support legislation and safeguards with respect to land ownership and use to ensure small-scale farmers remain key partners and beneficiaries in this process (para 24) I02P202 - Capacity building on better emergency preparedness and integration of risk prevention and mitigation into policies and programmes (SAP) RPF-C: F04P101 - Countries' capacities reinforced for responsible governance of access to, and secure and equitable tenure of land and its interface with other natural resources F01P202 - Pacific Island countries especially the Atoll island States have used FAO guidelines and policy, legal and technical advice for land use planning and sustainable land management (SAP) G01P202 - Capacities increased and strengthened, through integration of rural employment needs, land access and income diversification on rural development policies, programmes and partnerships (SAP) 21. provide assistance in value chain development, specifically: in developing strategies and programmes, including support in the area of food processing; harmonizing food safety and quality standards; strengthening legal and RPF-B : D04P201 Capacities of small and medium entrepreneurs in supply chains,

20 institutional frameworks that govern food safety and quality; and in developing the technical and organizational capacities of smallholder farmers (para 30) strengthened to address safety and quality management G01P201 Capacity and competitiveness of small producers is enhanced through improved analysis, policy, services including insurance to meet market requirements and to link to markets and value chains G03P201 - Small and medium agribusiness strengthened through analysis, policy formulation and technical support RPF-A: D01P201- Facilitation of regional activities on food standardization including strengthening country capacities to understand importance and use of Codex standards/texts, harmonising food safety and quality standards. D02P201 Formulation and implementation of institutional, policy and legal frameworks that support an integrated food chain approach for food safety/quality management D04P202 - Capacity to implement food quality/safety standards strengthened (SAP) 22. collect, analyze, document and disseminate information on factors that contribute to successful value chain development and post-harvest loss reduction for smallholders, in order to learn lessons from successful models (para 31) G03P202 - Enhanced capacity in food processing and value adding to agriculture and fisheries products (SAP) RPF B : D04P201 - Capacities of small and medium entrepreneurs in supply chains, strengthened to address safety and quality management G01P201 Capacity and competitiveness of small producers is enhanced

21 through improved analysis, policy, services including insurance to meet market requirements and to link to markets and value chains RPF A: H01P203 Capacities strengthened to formulate post-harvest loss reduction strategies, and implement post-harvest loss reduction programmes for the improvement of food and nutrition security G03P202 - Enhanced capacity in food processing and value adding to agriculture and fisheries products (SAP) 23. encourage FAO to forge stronger linkages between the RTCs and their parent global Committees, and with other related regional and global bodies (para 35) FO-X: X04P201- Direct effective governance and oversight for preparation of RAP Programme of Work and Budget and their implementation in the region in line with the recommendation of the Asia and Pacific Regional Conference and follow up actions of the Conference X03P203 - Partnership with relevant UN agencies, Pacific CROP agencies, NGOs and Civil Society Organizations (SAP) 24. request FAO, in future reporting to the APRC, to link activities and outputs to outcomes and impacts (para 36) FO-X: 25. emphasize the importance of focusing the work of FAO on key challenges FO-X: X04P201 Direct effective governance and oversight for preparation of RAP Programme of Work and Budget and their implementation in the region in line with the recommendation of the Asia and Pacific Regional Conference and follow up actions of the Conference

22 faced by countries so as to achieve measurable progress through the effective and efficient use of available resources on a limited number of activities, aligned with FAO's comparative advantage (para 39) X04P201 Direct effective governance and oversight for preparation of RAP Programme of Work and Budget and their implementation in the region in line with the recommendation of the Asia and Pacific Regional Conference and follow up actions of the Conference X01P204 - Prioritization of country needs through NMTPF for SAP members while linking closely to UNDAF process and coordination (SAP) RPF-B: 26. increase agricultural production and productivity, while addressing natural resource constraints (water, land, genetic resources, climate change) and higher energy prices (para 42) A01P201 Capacity of member countries in increasing production and productivity of non-rice staple (wheat, maize, coarse grains and others) and horticultural crops (vegetables, fruits) enhanced by assisting in improving crop governance, research, development and extension processes A01P204 Sustainable and multifunctional rice-based production system promoted in the region through network of knowledge on efficient rice systems and value chain for small farmers. A01P202 Lifted capacity of member countries to promote increased production and productivity of industrial crops, medicinal & aromatic plants (MAPs) and bio-energy crops through sustainable crop intensification and diversification A04P201 - Countries assisted to improve knowledge and capacities for enhancing comprehensive programmes on conservation and sustainable use of plant genetic resources, seed systems, and through adoption of IT-PGRFA

23 RPF-C: F01P201- Sustainable use of soil and land resources promoted through generation and use of land resource data and information and promotion of sustainable land management practices F02P201 - Capacity on agriculture water management for smallholder farming and rural livelihoods improved in Asia and the Pacific F02P202 Countries in the Asia Pacific address water scarcity in agriculture and strengthen their capacities to improve water productivity of agricultural systems at national and river-basin levels RPF-E: F05P201 - National and regional capacity to develop and implement climate change adaptation and mitigation and sustainable bioenergy policies and strategies strengthened A01P203 - Capacity building and training, information dissemination on appropriate production technologies (SAP) A01P203 - Capacity building and training, information dissemination on appropriate production technologies (SAP) F01P202 - Pacific Island countries especially the Atoll island States have used FAO guidelines and policy, legal and technical advice for land use planning and sustainable land management(sap)

24 27. promote increased rice production and productivity, as the region's most important staple food (para 42) F05P202 - Policy, legal framework and practices in countries enhanced to address impacts of emerging issues such as climate change and bio-energy (SAP) RPR-B: A01P201 Capacity of member countries in increasing production and productivity of non-rice staple (wheat, maize, coarse grains and others) and horticultural crops (vegetables, fruits) enhanced by assisting in improving crop governance, research, development and extension processes A01P204 Sustainable and multifunctional rice-based production system promoted in the region through network of knowledge on efficient rice systems and value chain for small farmers. A01P203 - Capacity building and training, information dissemination on appropriate production technologies 28. promote agricultural knowledge sharing and technology transfer (para 42) RPF-A: H05P202 Needs assessed and technical assistance, policy advice and facilitation of knowledge generation, consistent with gender sensitive practices, provided to member countries for improved technology transfer, risk management, information management, and knowledge sharing for agriculture in the Asia-Pacific Region.

25 A01P203 - Capacity building and training, information dissemination on appropriate production technologies (SAP) 29. make small-scale farmers more competitive (para 42) (The recommendation is too broad) RPF-B: G01P201- Capacity and competitiveness of small producers is enhanced through improved analysis, policy, services including insurance to meet market requirements and to link to markets and value chains RPF-A: H03P204 - Countries have enhanced capacities to formulate and implement nutrition-sensitive agriculture policies and strategies and food-based programmes to address nutrition in Asia-Pacific region 30. promote food security and nutrition (para 42) (The recommendation is too broad) H03P205 (New OO) Technical support to improve and develop resilient food systems in urban cities and improving access to food in urban centres. H01P201 Capacity of countries and regional organizations promoted in analysis, formulation, monitoring and implementation of food security policies and programmes, in particular, in rice production and productivity. H05P201 - Member countries in the region provided with access to analysis and information on the emerging food security challenges and issues in the region

26 H01P202 - Capacity to formulate policy, legal, regulatory and strategic frameworks for food security and nutrition strengthened (SAP) H03P202 - Increased consumption and production of local, nutritious foods (SAP) RPF-B: 31. harmonize policies for food security and bioenergy development (para 42) A01P201 Capacity of member countries in increasing production and productivity of non-rice staple (wheat, maize, coarse grains and others) and horticultural crops (vegetables, fruits) enhanced by assisting in improving crop governance, research, development and extension processes A01P204 Sustainable and multifunctional rice-based production system promoted in the region through network of knowledge on efficient rice systems and value chain for small farmers. A01P202 Lifted capacity of member countries to promote increased production and productivity of industrial crops, medicinal & aromatic plants (MAPs) and bio-energy crops through sustainable crop intensification and diversification RPF-E: F05P201 - National and regional capacity to develop and implement climate change adaptation and mitigation and sustainable bioenergy policies and strategies strengthened F05P202 - Policy, legal framework and practices in countries enhanced to address impacts of emerging issues such as climate change and bio-energy (SAP)

27 32. manage trans-boundary plant pests and animal diseases (para 42) RPF-E: A02P201 - Financial contribution to Secretariat of APPPC increased and role of APPPC in coordination of regional plant protection promoted including development and review of draft RSPMs/ISPMs as well as in coordination of management of invasive plant pest and migratory pest A03P203 - Control measures and programmes developed and integrated approaches and cooperation for pest and pesticide management implemented at the national and regional levels B02P201 - Technical support, strategic advice and policy guidance is provided to design and implement projects, programs and policies that contribute to reduced disease risks for livestock and human populations within the broader goal of sustainable livestock development A02P202 - Capacity building and information sharing on transboundary pests and diseases (SAP) A03P202 - Best practices of pesticide management developed through capacity building and possible lead to Rotterdam Convention (SAP) B02P202 - Appropriate national policy and regulations developed and established for reducing animal and associated human health risks, for further enhancing the development and expansion of livestock-based industries to cater for local demands (SAP)

28 33. facilitate markets, particularly through commodity information and standard setting (para 42) RPF-A: H04P201 - Strengthened capacity of member countries in Asia and the Pacific to generate, process, analyze and disseminate agricultural statistics and exchange best practices and methodologies H05P201 - Member countries in the region provided with access to analysis and information on the emerging food security challenges and issues in the region H05P202 - Needs assessed and technical assistance, training and policy advice provided to member countries for improved information management and knowledge exchange in the Asia-Pacific Region G01P201 Capacity and competitiveness of small producers is enhanced through improved analysis, policy, services including insurance to meet market requirements and to link to markets and value chains G04P202 - Capacities increased and strengthened on trade policies, market access and in formulation of effective trade policies and strategies (SAP) FO-X 34. request FAO to focus its action in the region on knowledge services through technical assistance, information sharing, policy advice, standards setting, investment planning, capacity development and facilitation of South-South cooperation (para 43) X03P201 - Strengthened partnerships and collaboration with global and regional organizations to deliver effective technical support to member countries and regional organizations including civil society in participating in FAO programmes and processes, at the country level X03P205 - FAO's activities in Asia-Pacific to achieve effective corporate communications; advocacy and key partnerships managed and coordinated X01P201 - Effective implementation, coordination and support provided to field programme development, implementation and monitoring in the Asia Pacific

29 Region (Alternative title from X03 FPD Regional and other projects directly operated by RAP are effectively managed, support to decentralized regional and subregional field programmes and projects are promoted, support to new project formulation with necessary operational clearance enhanced, and quarterly delivery reporting system promoted) H01P201 Capacity of countries and regional organizations promoted in analysis, formulation, monitoring and implementation of food security policies and programmes, in particular, in rice production and productivity. L01P201 Member countries and regional organizations supported in their efforts to increase private and public flows of investment in agriculture C02P202 - Strengthened national institutional capacities, through the cooperation / collaboration with international / regional organizations, bi-lateral agencies and NGOs, for the sustainable development and sound management of fisheries and aquaculture (SAP) X03P203 - Partnership with relevant UN agencies, Pacific CROP agencies, NGOs and Civil Society Organizations (SAP) 35. suggest that FAO coordinate the development of a regional rice strategy and review the technical skills mix in the Regional Office for Asia and the Pacific, with a view towards ensuring adequate rice expertise (para 44) X03P204 - FAO's activities enhanced through effective corporate communication and advocacy, key partnerships and alliances. (SAP) RPR-B: A01P201 Capacity of member countries in increasing production and productivity of non-rice staple (wheat, maize, coarse grains and others) and horticultural crops (vegetables, fruits) enhanced by assisting in improving crop governance, research

30 A01P204 Sustainable and multifunctional rice-based production system promoted in the region through network of knowledge on efficient rice systems and value chain for small farmers. (RICE EXPERT) 36. complete the formulation of Country Programming Frameworks and have a clear line of sight between strategic directions, regional and country priorities, and results achieved at country level (para 45) FO-X X01P202 - Country Programming Framework (CPF) documents prepared and implementation monitored for countries in the Asia-Pacific region FO-X01P203 - Provision of policy advice services enhanced in support of agriculture policy, rural development and food security X01P204 - Prioritization of country needs through NMTPF for SAP members while linking closely to UNDAF process and coordination (SAP) 37. encourage the FAO Regional Office to further strengthen partnerships with other development partners and regional organizations to identify areas of synergy and to increase efficiency in delivery of programmes in the region (para 46) FO-X: X03P201 Strengthened partnerships and collaboration with global and regional organizations to deliver effective technical support to Member Countries and

31 Regional Organizations including civil society in participating in FAO programmes and processes, at the country level X03P203 - Partnership with relevant UN agencies, Pacific CROP agencies, NGOs and Civil Society Organization. (SAP)

32 38. noted concerns by civil society of the difficulties they face in participating fully in some FAO programmes and processes, especially at the country level (para 47) FO-X X03P201 Strengthened partnerships and collaboration with global and regional organizations to deliver effective technical support to Member Countries and Regional Organizations including civil society in participating in FAO programmes and processes, at the country level (NEW POST- X04P201 Direct effective governance and oversight for preparation of RAP Programme of Work and Budget and their implementation in the region in line with the recommendation of the Asia and Pacific Regional Conference and follow up actions of the conference (APRC+ADG/RR) X03P203 - Partnership with relevant UN agencies, Pacific CROP agencies, NGOs and Civil Society Organizations (SAP)