On Thursday, December 18, 2025, the China Meteorological Administration (CMA) unveiled its Earth System Forecasting Development Strategy (2025–2035), a bold roadmap to establish a self-reliant, world-class forecasting system by 2035. By integrating AI, supercomputing and high-resolution observations, the plan aims to strengthen early warning capabilities across the Chinese mainland and support global climate monitoring.
The strategy outlines three key phases: from 2025–2027, CMA will upgrade its modeling infrastructure and expand data-sharing networks; between 2028–2031, it will deploy next-generation AI-driven forecast models; and from 2032–2035, it aims to achieve full integration of space-based sensors, oceanic buoys and ground stations for seamless Earth system analysis.
Advanced machine learning algorithms and petascale supercomputers will play a central role, allowing meteorologists to run ultra-high-resolution simulations in near real time. This level of precision can improve severe weather warnings, reduce disaster losses and enhance agricultural planning by predicting temperature, precipitation and extreme events days in advance.
For entrepreneurs and agritech startups, more accurate forecasts mean optimized supply chains and resource management. Investors can leverage these insights to anticipate market shifts driven by climate variability, while policymakers gain better data to inform infrastructure resilience projects and carbon reduction strategies.
Travelers, digital nomads and outdoor enthusiasts will benefit from personalized weather services that factor in local microclimates. Imagine an app that suggests the best time for trekking in the Himalayas or surfing off the coast of Bali, based on real-time environmental data and seasonal trends.
Looking ahead, CMA plans to collaborate with international partners, including the World Meteorological Organization and regional forecast centers, to share data and best practices. By 2035, this strategy aspires to position the Chinese mainland at the forefront of Earth system forecasting, contributing to global efforts in climate resilience and sustainable development.
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China Unveils Earth System Forecasting Strategy for 2025–2035
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