Saudi Arabia to join regional nations in celebrating Arab Meteorological Day

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RIYADH: Saudi Arabia on Sunday will join other nations in the region in celebrating Arab Meteorological Day, which falls on Sept. 15 every year, Saudi Press Agency reported.

The slogan of the day is “Climate Impact and Adaptation Programs,” and looks to seek solutions to the challenges facing Arab countries in addressing the effects of climate change and related environmental and economic issues.

This year’s celebration aims to shed light on joint Arab efforts to enhance the ability to confront climate change and ensure a sustainable future for future generations.

It also seeks to raise awareness about the effects of climate change, enhance adaptation programs to ensure the sustainability of natural resources and infrastructure, raise the level of regional cooperation between Arab countries in exchanging knowledge and expertise, and support research and development in the fields of weather and climate forecasting, SPA added.

The Kingdom’s National Center of Meteorology organizes various events in various regions of the Kingdom, with the aim of highlighting the importance of the Arab Meteorological Day, and reviewing the Kingdom’s role in confronting climate change.