Decree No. 109/2020 redefining functions and competences of the National Institute of Meteorology. País/Territorio Mozambique Tipo de documento Reglamento Fecha 2020 Fuente FAO, FAOLEX Fuente original Boletim da República, I Série, No. 242. Materia Aire y atmósfera Palabra clave Institución Procedimientos judiciales/procedimientos administrativos Investigación Cambio climático Sistema de alerta temprana Peligros Protección del medio ambiente Área geográphica Africa, Africa Oriental, Océano Índico, Países menos desarrollados Entry into force notes This Decree enters into force on the day of its publication. Resumen This Decree redefines functions and competences of the National Institute of Meteorology (INAM, IP). The INAM, IP is the entity responsible for the exercise of meteorological activity at national level. INAM, IP, has its headquarters in Maputo and cooperates with two regional weather forecasting centers in Sofala and Nampula. INAM, IP, is represented at the local level by provincial delegations and meteorological stations. In particular, INAM, IP is entitled to: a) exercise its authority over meteorological activity at national level; b) carry out scientific research in the field of climate change, astronomy, natural disasters and meteorological applications; c) elaborate weather and climate forecasts for the public, aviation, marine and other interested parties; d) meteorological, climatic and technical information necessary for the definition of national policies related to the risks of natural disasters of meteorological origin; e) provide for meteorological and climatic information necessary to guarantee the sustainable development of the national economy; f) coordinate matters relating to the execution of international treaties, conventions and agreements relating to meteorology. Texto completo Portugués Página web www.legis-palop.org