A media and influencer delegation, including journalists from major outlets such as People's Daily and China Daily, as well as China Meteorological News Press, recently visited Nanning and Fangchenggang in Guangxi. The trip aims to explore how meteorological services further promote China-ASEAN practical cooperation.

Empowering Cross-Border Trade with Digital Meteorological Strength

Leveraging China's first overseas meteorological cloud node for ASEAN, Guangxi achieves secure, compliant and rapid cross-border transmission of massive meteorological data for ASEAN operation. The efficient data clearance mechanism has made the technical concept of the "Digital Silk Road" tangible.

In cross-border logistics, precise real-time meteorological data on wind speed and visibility enables intelligent vehicle scheduling. Meteorological services act as a 24/7 "smart traffic controller" for China-ASEAN logistics routes, ensuring the unimpeded trade.

Fueling Win-Win Cooperation with Independent Technological Innovation

At the State Field Site for Integrated Meteorological Observation (Nanning), a full range of cutting-edge domestic meteorological detection equipment is on display. International meteorological metrology comparisons and mutual recognition of results require labs to fully align with global standards. In 2025, China-Vietnam metrology comparisons became a key bilateral cooperation focus. In 2026, China and Indonesia reached consensus on related comparison initiatives.

As a key base for promoting Chinese meteorological technologies worldwide, the field demonstrates the robust strength of "Made in China" meteorological facilities, laying a solid technological foundation for China to deliver professional meteorological services for ASEAN countries.

Delivering People-Centered Benefits through Inclusive Meteorological Services

Meteorological technologies have been integrated into characteristic local industries, bringing tangible benefits to people's livelihoods. In Hengzhou, China's renowned jasmine capital, precise meteorological data guides the whole process of jasmine planting, picking and tea scenting, turning cold data into productive forces and building a fragrant bond connecting China and ASEAN.

In marine aquaculture in Fangchenggang, early typhoon warnings and the innovative "meteorology + insurance" model effectively avert operational risks for golden pomfret farmers, noticeably boosting their sense of security and gain.

From sophisticated technological achievements and prosperous cross-border trade to thriving livelihood industries, this trip vividly illustrates that meteorological cooperation has become a vital link for China-ASEAN exchanges.

Editor: LIU Shuqiao