This event brings together members of parliament to explore their role in driving accountability for climate adaptation, align national policies with international climate goals, and enhance strategies for mobilizing adaptation finance. It also emphasizes the prioritizing of the needs of the most vulnerable.

In an era marked by escalating climate risks and the increasing frequency of natural disasters, the need for climate adaptation has never been more urgent. Despite mounting evidence of the dire consequences of climate change, global action remains insufficient to address the evolving challenges. While climate change is a threat to countries around the world, the capacity to adapt to climate-related disasters varies significantly.

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• explore the critical role of parliamentarians in driving increased accountability for climate action on adaptation to ensure that adaptation finance is allocated appropriately and used for its intended purposes;
• identify ways to align national policies with international climate adaptation goals to maximize the impact of adaptation finance;  
• enhance strategies for mobilizing additional resources for adaptation finance, including public, private, and innovative financing mechanisms; and 
• highlight the importance of prioritizing the needs of the most vulnerable populations in adaptation planning and financing.

Framing Questions : 

•  From a parliamentary perspective, what are the main challenges hindering adequate financing for climate adaptation initiatives, particularly in vulnerable regions?
• In what ways can parliaments carry out their oversight roles to ensure that adaptation finance commitments are met and effectively utilized?
• How can parliaments support and incentivize the private sector to increase their financing of climate adaptation initiatives?
• How can parliaments ensure that adaptation finance is effectively integrated into broader development policies and strategies to promote sustainability and resilience?

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