However, a long list of technical and political hurdles slowed progress at times, including: the sheer
volume of agenda items to consider, reflected in 270 pages of informal notes; the technical complexity of the endeavor, exacerbated by complex interlinkages between various elements of the Rulebook; political sensitivities about
achieving a balanced package; the need to ensure that developing countries receive predictable and
adequate financial and technical support; and issues around how countries can improve both their climate actions and information in their progress reports.