World Meteorological Organization

The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) Regional Office for Europe and the UN Development Programme (UNDP) Regional Bureau for Europe and Central Asia have taken important steps toward enhanced cooperation to deliver sustainable climate, water, and disaster resilience solutions in the region.

Through high-level engagement between senior representatives the two organizations achieved tangible progress in aligning strategic priorities and operational synergies.

Key Achievements:

• Shared Priorities and Strategic Alignment
  WMO presented its RA VI regional priorities, aligned with global adaptation initiatives, with emphasis on data sharing, early warning systems under the EW4All initiative, HydroSOS implementation, AI integration, and innovation from research to operations. UNDP outlined its draft 2026–2029 strategic framework, focusing on inclusive growth, climate and water, crisis response, and governance—opening avenues for alignment and joint programming.
• Identification of Concrete Collaboration Areas
  Priority areas for joint work were identified, including international waters management, national early warning systems, drought resilience, climate security, and support for NDC implementation.
• Increased Transparency and Access to Resources
  UNDP granted WMO access to its Transparency Portal, offering detailed insights into regional project portfolios and enabling better identification of joint work opportunities.
• Commitment to Ongoing Technical Cooperation
  Both agencies agreed to institutionalize regular interagency exchanges and deepen technical coordination, leveraging regional platforms to advance shared objectives. Technical follow-ups are already being initiated.

These outcomes mark a significant advance in building stronger regional partnerships that combine WMO’s scientific and technical expertise with UNDP’s development reach to drive resilience, sustainability, and innovation across Europe and Central Asia.