Beijing: During this year’s Two Sessions, Zhang Xingying, a National CPPCC Committee Member and Deputy Director of the Science and Climate Change Department at the China Meteorological Administration, presented a proposal aimed at bolstering early warning capabilities to effectively combat climate change.
Emphasizing the universal nature of meteorology and its potential to benefit countries along the Belt and Road, Zhang advocated for the creation of an Asian Disaster Warning Center and Partnership Alliance. This initiative seeks to support the development of early warning systems in Belt and Road countries by leveraging China’s expertise in weather forecasting, climate prediction, disaster identification, risk assessment, and system development.
China has a longstanding commitment to providing meteorological disaster warning services to developing nations, extending assistance to 129 countries, particularly small island nations. Zhang highlighted China’s active role in helping establish disaster warning systems globally, including in Pakistan.
The China Meteorological Administration’s satellite broadcasting system, initiated in Bangladesh in 2011, has expanded its coverage to the Asia-Pacific and Africa, delivering crucial meteorological data. During Pakistan’s floods in 2022, this system played a pivotal role in managing the crisis effectively.
Zhang underscored the growing collaboration between China and Pakistan in meteorology, citing the establishment of a dedicated meteorological warning system and observing station in Gwadar Port as recent milestones. This collaboration exemplifies the commitment of both nations to enhancing climate resilience and disaster preparedness.
China’s proposal reflects its proactive stance in leveraging meteorological advancements to address climate challenges, fostering international cooperation, and sharing expertise to build a more resilient world, especially along the Belt and Road Initiative.
