Abu Dhabi (UrduPoint / WAM – 23 March 2026 AD) Meteorological and climate monitoring systems are considered the cornerstone of protecting lives and property, supporting economic stability and promoting sustainability. world The head of the Meteorological Organization, Dr. Abdullah Al Mandoos, said world Meteorological day.
On the occasion of this occasion, which is celebrated annually on the 23rd He walksAl Mandoos said this year’s theme, “Monitoring Today, Protecting Tomorrow,” underscores the need to strengthen monitoring capabilities as climate challenges accelerate.
Al Mandoos confirmed that world We stand at a critical juncture that requires unified efforts and integration of scientific and technological systems to ensure the safety of societies and the sustainability of resources.
He described monitoring systems as the “backbone” of modern life, supporting economic, agricultural and environmental decision-making. He added that accurate forecasts and early warning systems can significantly reduce human and economic losses, pointing out that 24-hour advance warning can reduce damage. from maximum weather Events by up to 30 percent.
Al Mandoos stressed that everyone’s access to early warning services is no longer optional, but rather an urgent necessity, because of its significant impact in reducing economic losses that reach up to Billions to dollar Annually, as well as protecting livelihoods and enhancing community well-being.
He stressed the cross-border nature weather The climate requires strong international cooperation.
He highlighted the World Meteorological Organization’s Integrated Global Observing System (WIGOS), which brings together thousands of land and ocean observing stations, Satellitesand offshore platforms to support forecasting and decision-making around the world.
Dr. Al Mandoos also pointed to the existing challenges, especially data gaps in the oceans, cryosphere and many developing countries, stressing that these gaps represent global weaknesses and not local issues.
He pointed to ongoing efforts to address these gaps through international initiatives, most notably the Systematic Observation Financing Facility (SOFF), which aims to provide sustainable financing to enhance the capacity of countries to operate and maintain observation networks.
Al Mandoos stressed that investment in surveillance systems should be viewed as a strategic investment in economic security and resilience to climate change, and not as an operational investment. It costsNoting that accurate data supports infrastructure planning, food Security strategies and broader economic policies.
Looking to the future, he identified innovation and youth empowerment as key priorities. He said the World Meteorological Organization was leveraging technologies such as artificial intelligence and high-performance computing to enhance national meteorological services, while also promoting science, technology, engineering and mathematics. education To engage younger generations in addressing climate challenges.
Al Mandoos called for sustainable international cooperation, considering that “surveillance today is the way to ensure the safety and prosperity of future generations.”