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Best practices and lessons learned in the NAPA process

Best practice and lesson 1	NAPAs are widely viewed as a success story
Best practice and lesson 2	The NAPA approach allows countries flexibility in design and implementation
Best practice and lesson 3	Engaging stakeholders from the NAPA preparation stage in implementation and other subsequent steps has many advantages
Best practice and lesson 4	Envisioning the involvement of NAPA teams in the long term helps raise awareness and ensures the continuity of adaptation programmes and activities in the country
Best practice and lesson 5	Regular interaction between the LEG and the LDCs have been useful
Best practice and lesson 6	Good relations with the GEF agency result in smoother implementation of NAPA projects
Best practice and lesson 7	Designing a thorough implementation strategy can improve the effectiveness of the NAPA implementation
Best practice and lesson 8	The simplified LDCF project cycle provides expedited access to resources
Best practice and lesson 9	Adaptation planning with an initial focus on urgent and immediate needs can capitalize on existing knowledge