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Why invest in fragile and conflict-affected states?

11 December, 2024

Alexandra Steinkraus (adelphi global)
Nina Schmelzer (adelphi global)
Beatrice Mosello (adelphi global)
Mary Potts (adelphi global)
Dorian Wevers (adelphi global)
Rachele Semeghini (adelphi global)

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70 percent of climate vulnerable countries are the most fragile. This should mean that these countries are prioritised by climate finance. Yet, the reality is the opposite. Access to climate finance for fragile and conflict countries is often hindered by structural, technical and institutional barriers. Overcoming these challenges is vital for sustainable peace.

This video was made using conference footage from BCSC 2024 and BCSC 2023.

Featuring insights from interviews with adelphi global experts Dr. Beatrice Mosello (Senior Advisor) and Mary Potts (Analyst).

Direction and production: Alexandra Steinkraus (adelphi global)
Script writing: Alexandra Steinkraus and Nina Schmelzer (adelphi global)
Camera and editing: Paulus Müller-Hahl (Lichtbilder)
Support: Dorian Wevers and Rachele Semeghini (adelphi global)

The production of this video is supported by the German Federal Foreign Office.

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