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Standard Project Report 2016
database that greatly helped the JVOAD secretariat to manage its humanitarian coordination function. The
frequency and thematic focuses of coordination meetings was changed, which improved efficiency and
effectiveness at the prefectural level and highlighted a results-oriented approach. The detailed hand-over notes,
including suggested future assistance/coordination strategies, were shared with the JVOAD secretariat.
Ownership of five MSUs was formally transferred to local municipalities and humanitarian partners in Kumamoto.
The MSUs have been actively used as emergency relief logistics hubs, a storage facility, and a
volunteer/community support centre.
Implementation of Evaluation Recommendations and Lessons
Learned
While the Government is capable of responding to major earthquakes and other domestic natural disasters,
additional/complementary capacities of WFP and other international partners could be considered in future national
disaster management preparedness and response plans as needed. WFP also recognizes the need to strengthen
emergency preparedness and response strategies with LET partners.
Japan (JP)
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