Zhang’s proposal stands as a testament to China’s unwavering commitment to global cooperation in confronting the multifaceted challenges posed by climate change.
Zhang Xingying, a member of the National CPPCC Committee and Deputy Director of the Science and Climate Change Department at the China Meteorological Administration proposed the establishment of an Asian Disaster Warning Center and Partnership Alliance to enhance early warning capabilities and climate change responses, particularly in countries along the Belt and Road Initiative.
According to China Economic Net (CEN), this initiative underscores China’s commitment to sharing its wealth of expertise in weather forecasting, climate prediction, disaster identification, risk assessment, and system development with partner nations.
In his address at the annual gatherings of the National People’s Congress (NPC) and the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC), Zhang emphasized the universal significance of meteorology, asserting, “Meteorology knows no borders and can make the greatest contribution along the Belt and Road.”
Notably, China has been at the forefront of extending meteorological disaster warning services to 129 developing countries. Zhang Xingying proudly remarked, “We have been actively assisting more countries, particularly small island nations, in establishing disaster warning systems to benefit people worldwide.”
The impact of China’s meteorological prowess is exemplified by its significant contributions to Pakistan. Since the inception of the China Meteorological Administration’s satellite broadcasting system in Bangladesh back in 2011, its coverage has expansively reached vast regions across the Asia-Pacific and Africa.
This sophisticated system, offering 392 types of data across 12 categories, played a pivotal role during the devastating floods triggered by heavy rainfall in Pakistan in 2022, providing crucial meteorological insights to address the immediate crisis.
In his discourse, Zhang Xingying lauded the burgeoning collaboration between China and Pakistan in the field of meteorology, citing the recent establishment of a dedicated meteorological warning system and a meteorological observing station in Gwadar Port as tangible manifestations of this partnership’s effectiveness.
Zhang’s proposal stands as a testament to China’s unwavering commitment to global cooperation in confronting the multifaceted challenges posed by climate change and meteorological disasters. By spearheading initiatives like the Asian Disaster Warning Center and Partnership Alliance, China aims to not only enhance regional resilience but also foster a more interconnected and resilient world in the face of environmental uncertainties.