The UAE Research Program for Rain Enhancement Science (UAEREP) reinforced the UAE’s global role in advancing weather modification technologies through its active participation in the 11th World Meteorological Organization (WMO) Conference on Weather Modification, held from 2–7 November 2025 at the Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology in Pune, India.
The high-level conference brought together leading meteorologists, climate scientists, and researchers from across the world to discuss emerging technologies and innovations in precipitation enhancement, cloud physics, and climate resilience.
Representing the UAE delegation, Alya Al Mazrouei, Director of UAEREP and Director of the Research and Weather Enhancement Department, presented during a session titled “Precipitation enhancement studies in deep convective clouds.” Her presentation highlighted the UAE’s pioneering efforts in rain enhancement science, outlining UAEREP’s research milestones, global collaborations, and ongoing technological developments.
“Presenting at the WMO Conference was a valuable opportunity to share UAEREP’s perspective on precipitation enhancement, drawing on nearly a decade of dedicated research, international collaboration, and technological innovation,” said Alya Al Mazrouei. “We take pride in contributing to this global exchange of knowledge and in working alongside leading experts to address the pressing issue of water scarcity.”
His Excellency Dr. Abdulla Al Mandous, President of the WMO and Director General of the National Center of Meteorology (NCM), underscored the importance of the UAE’s participation, stating:
“Participation in the WMO Conference in India underscores the UAE’s continued commitment to advancing the field of weather modification. By strengthening cooperation with the international scientific community, we contribute to global dialogue on climate resilience and reaffirm our dedication to developing innovative solutions that support a secure and sustainable water future.”
During the week-long conference, UAEREP representatives engaged with global experts to explore new avenues for collaboration and knowledge sharing. Key discussions were held with senior figures from prominent institutions, including Dr. Suryachandra A. Rao (Director, IITM), Dr. Mrutyunjay Mohapatra (Director General of Meteorology, IMD), Dr. Xiaofeng Luo (Professor, Central China Normal University), Dr. Satyanarayana Tani (Project Senior Scientist, TU Graz, Austria), and Dr. Alan Gadian (Senior Research Scientist, University of Leeds, UK).
The 11th WMO Conference addressed major topics shaping the future of weather modification, such as observational studies and field campaigns, laboratory and cloud physics research, numerical modeling, verification methodologies, and emerging technologies in seeding platforms and materials.
UAEREP’s participation reflects the UAE’s strategic vision to advance sustainable water resource management through innovation, research excellence, and international collaboration. With nearly a decade of scientific achievements, the program continues to drive breakthroughs in rain enhancement science, aligning with the nation’s broader efforts toward climate resilience and environmental sustainability.