Asia remains disproportionately vulnerable to climate shocks, as global climate finance continues to prioritize mitigation over adaptation. In 2023, global adaptation finance amounted to just USD65 billion - approximately 4% of total climate finance flows of USD1.9 trillion. Strengthening resilience across Southeast Asia will require coordinated public and private action. Governments should commit to stable, long-term budgetary allocations for adaptation, expand blended finance mechanisms to facilitate nature-based solutions, and strengthen supportive policies such as carbon pricing and green bond frameworks.