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The project focuses on strengthening the knowledge base, reinforcing policy frameworks, fostering private sector partnerships, and developing innovative climate finance strategies. Key deliverables include city-level vulnerability and GHG assessments, Nature-Based Urban adaptation and mitigation Plans, and a regional online platform for knowledge sharing. 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The project focuses on three components: engaging 15 cities to enhance knowledge of the Paris Agreement and NDC, assisting 7 selected cities in creating GHG mitigation technology and investment plans, and supporting 1 city in developing a quality draft funding proposal for the GCF. 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