1. Title: Information and Communication Technologies for Meteorological Services
2. Duration: October 6 (Sunday) ~ October 26 (Saturday), 2013
3. Objectives
a) To strengthen ICT capacity and numerical weather prediction application in national meteorological services
b) To mitigate damage from severe weather through timely forecasts and warnings
c) To offer many opportunities and challenges in delivering weather, climate and water services in the region with enhanced ICT and NWP capabilities
d) To make available meteorological information needed to allow real-time exchange of information and provide efficient services in all countries
4. Number of Participants
15 participants from 3 countries:
Philippines (5), Bangladesh (5), Sri Lanka (5)
5. Language: English
6. Venue: Seoul, South Korea
7. Training Institute: Korea Meteorological Administration (KMA)