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This lecture explores the integration of adaptation within the UNFCCC climate negotiation, emphasizing the evolution of adaptation discussions, the importance of international support, and the challenges faced by developing countries in implementing adaptation strategies. The instructor discusses the qualitative nature of adaptation goals, the prioritized sectors for adaptation, and the financial constraints hindering adaptation efforts. The lecture also touches upon the different climate hazards reported by countries, the role of ecosystems in adaptation, and the lack of clear quantitative assessment in adaptation plans.