Abdullah Ahmed Al Mandous

Dr. Abdullah Ahmed Al Mandous is the President of the World Meteorological Organization (WMO), an agency dedicated to promoting international cooperation in meteorology, climatology, hydrology, and related fields. He has been a prominent advocate for enhancing global early warning systems against natural disasters such as earthquakes and tsunamis, emphasizing the need for timely alerts to save lives and protect communities. Under his leadership, the WMO has prioritized initiatives like 'Early Warning for All', which aims to ensure that everyone has access to disaster warnings by 2027. Al Mandous has highlighted the rising threat posed by seismic activities and their potential to cause devastating tsunamis, urging nations to invest in infrastructure and preparedness to mitigate the impacts of such disasters.