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World Meteorological Organization

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Intro to Political Science

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The World Meteorological Organization is a specialized agency of the United Nations responsible for promoting international cooperation and coordination on the state and behavior of the Earth's atmosphere, its interaction with the land and oceans, the weather and climate it produces, and the distribution of water resources. It plays a crucial role in contributing to the safety and welfare of humanity by providing information on weather, climate, and water-related hazards.

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