Rich countries fall short on climate adaptation funding, UN reports

• Rich countries need to provide $305 billion annually for climate adaptation in poorer nations, according to a UN report.
• As of now, rich countries are $277 billion short of this target.
• The UN report highlights the increasing frequency and severity of extreme weather events.
• Countries will meet in Turkey from November 9 to 20 for the next round of climate talks.
• The UN emphasizes the urgency of addressing the funding gap to support poorer nations in adapting to climate change.