Delegations from more than 100 countries opened talks this week focused on climate finance, with negotiators describing the gap between pledges and delivered funding as the central issue.
Global leaders gather for climate finance summit as funding gap widens
Delegations from more than 100 countries are meeting to discuss how to close a growing shortfall in money for climate adaptation.
Officials attending the meeting said discussions would cover adaptation funding for vulnerable nations, the role of development banks, and private capital.
What is on the table
Several proposals are being circulated, according to published agendas, though no agreement has been announced. Observers cautioned that positions remain far apart.
Talks are expected to continue through the week.
Focus: climate finance summit

