Establish a sound policy, scientific and analytical basis for long-term Australian action to help developing partner countries adapt to the impacts of climate change. Increase understanding in partner countries of the impacts of climate change on their natural and socioeconomic systems. Enhance partner country capacity to assess key climate vulnerabilities and risks, formulate appropriate adaptation strategies and plans, and mainstream adaptation into decision making. Identify and help finance priority adaptation measures to increase the resilience of partner countries to the impacts of climate change.