The Thematic Programme report contains an overview of the Thematic Programme, the sessions that were held and the topics that were covered. It includes a working definition for each of the five Capacity Development Themes, outlines the learning objectives, identifies the main contributors, and summarises the main topics covered together with the key takeaways from each session. It also summarises the results from a number of polls that were conducted throughout the programme to gauge the position of participants in relation to the issues under discussion.