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Despite having contributed minimally to global greenhouse gas emissions, Chad is highly vulnerable to climate change, which is already affecting the country. With most people depending on agriculture and livestock, urgent adaptation measures are needed to build resilience. Additionally, Chad’s reliance on oil for revenue and exports means global mitigation efforts will require a push toward economic diversification and a shift to a low-carbon economy. Given limited fiscal space and high reform costs, pragmatic short-term prioritization, search for synergies, and increased financing from domestic, international, and private sources are essential. Strengthened and better targeting social protection will help safeguard the most vulnerable.