We have begun preliminary conversations about how do we structure a mechanism so that the legitimate claims that are going to be presented not just tomorrow, not just next week, but over the coming months, are dealt with justly, fairly, promptly.

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There needs to be an efficient institutional mechanism with an equitable, accountable governance structure for delivering financial and technological support to developing countries as they pursue mitigation efforts.

UN: Secretary-General