Congress
The World Meteorological Congress is the supreme body of WMO. The Executive Council implements its decisions, while six Regional Associations are responsible for the coordination of meteorological, hydrological and related activities within their respective Regions. Technical Commissions study and make recommendations to Congress and the Executive Council on subjects within the purpose of the Organization.
The Congress meets in regular session every four years to :
- Determine general policies for the fulfilment of the purposes of the Organization
- Consider Membership of the Organization
- Determine the General, Technical, Financial and Staff Regulations
- Establish and coordinate the activities of constituent bodies of the Organization
- Approve strategic plans and budget for the following financial period;
- Elect the President and Vice-Presidents of the Organization and members of the Executive Council
- Appoint the Secretary-General