This article was automatically translated from HIBAPRESS, the Arabic version:
Hibapress-Rabat-Mee The development of effective weather and climatic services capable of anticipating risks and protecting populations dependent on an integrated and inclusive approach affirmed, in Rabat, the Minister of Equipment and Water, Nizar Baraka.
In a speech at the end of the national day of meteorological and climatic services held under the theme “Climate services and early alerts: towards a strengthening of resilience”, Mr. Baraka stressed that in a context marked by increasing climatic challenges, it is imperative to place users at the heart of the approach, by associating them as soon as the tools are designed.
This logic of co-construction is the key to guaranteeing the relevance, appropriation and concrete usefulness of the services deployed, in particular in the sensitive sectors such as water management, agriculture, health, infrastructure and regional planning, he explained.
Mr. Baraka also emphasized the importance of taking advantage of innovative technologies, like artificial intelligence (AI), satellite systems and digital platforms, in order to contribute to the improvement of the precision, speed and accessibility of forecasts, calling for strengthening synergies between institutions, to ensure better integration of early alert services and climate services public policies.
Furthermore, the Minister noted that the state climate network, as a strategic national infrastructure, constitutes a fundamental pillar to ensure continuous observation, the quality of the data and the reliability of the products produced, Sine qua non for informed and effective decision -making.
This day, which saw the participation of political decision-makers, technical and scientific experts, as well as socio-economic partners, was an opportunity to highlight the role of emerging technologies, AI and digital transformation in improving the precision, reliability and accessibility of climate services.
The National Day of Meteorological and Climatic Services, celebrated on May 5, is an opportunity to highlight Morocco’s commitment to a proactive approach to climate risks, while promoting reinforced collaboration at all levels to meet the challenges posed by climate change.
