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Speech Delivered by Dr. Akinwumi A. Adesina President, African Development Bank Group - COP27 Leaders’ Event on Accelerating Adaptation in Africa. COP 27, Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt 8 November 2022

· Akinwumi Adesina, President of the African Development Bank Group (International)

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· Akinwumi Adesina Wiki · African Development Bank Group WikiSpeech Delivered by Dr. Akinwumi A. Adesina President, African Development Bank Group - COP27 Leaders’ Event on Accelerating Adaptation in Africa. COP 27, Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt 8 November 2022

ContextSpeech at the COP27 leaders' event on accelerating adaptation in Africa in Sharm El Sheikh; the African Development Bank finances Africa's development and backs climate adaptation.

Why it mattersAdesina seeks donor money for adaptation in fragile states.

Problems raised
  1. Low-income and fragile states are most exposed to climate change.
  2. Adaptation finance is scarce.
  3. Resources fall short of needs.
Solutions proposed
  1. Create a Climate Action Window.
  2. Raise billions for adaptation.
  3. Mobilise donor support.
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