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World Meteorological OrganizationREGIONAL ASSOCIATION II (ASIA)Sixteenth SessionAbu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates12 to 16 February 2017
RA II-16/INF. 1Submitted by:
Secretary-General21.XII.2016
MATERIAL ARRANGEMENTS FOR THE SESSION
Venue
At the kind invitation of the Government of the United Arab Emirates, the sixteenth session of Regional Association II (RA II-16) will be held in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates from 12 to 16 February 2017. The opening ceremony will be held at 9.30 am on Sunday, 12 February 2017 at the Dusit Thani Abu Dhabi Hotel (website: http://dusit-thani-abu-dhabi.hotel-rn.com).
The seventh session of the Regional Conference on Management of Meteorological and Hydrological Services (RECO-7) will be held at the same venue from 10 to 11 February 2017.
Working languages
During the session, simultaneous interpretation in four WMO official languages (Arabic, Chinese, English and Russian) will be provided in the main conference room. Additional meeting rooms without interpretation facilities will also be available.
The RECO-7 will be conducted in English only.
Documents
Delegations wishing to submit documents before the session are invited to send them to the WMO Secretariat, as soon as possible but not later than 60 days before the opening of the session, in accordance with the provisions of Regulation 173(b) of the WMO General Regulations to allow time for translation. According to Regulation 172 of the WMO General Regulations, session documents should be distributed as soon as possible and preferably not later than 45 days before the opening of the session. Any document presented by a delegation should be submitted in the name of the Member of the Organization and not by an individual person.
Distribution of documents
Documents will be posted before and during the session on the session website, in line with WMO greening efforts to promote paperless meetings. Therefore, participants are kindly invited to bring Internet-enabled portable computers capable of handling Microsoft Word 2010 and Adobe PDF formats so that they can work on the documents during the session. Pre-session documents for decisions will be posted prior to the session for comments at least 60 days before the opening of the session.
Provisional abridged report
Approved documents showing amendments will be posted on the RA II-16 website as soon as possible after the session. Approved files of documents discussed during the session will be placed in the folder “Provisional Final Report” that will appear on the same website.
RA II-16/INF. 1, p. 2
Registration of participants
Online pre-registration is required for all participants using the RA II-16 session website (http://meetings.wmo.int/RA-II-16).
A Conference Information and Registration Desk will be set up close to the meeting rooms to facilitate the registration of participants and provision of general information.
Registration for RA II-16 will take place at the Conference Information and Registration Desk at the Dusit Thani Abu Dhabi Hotel on 11 February 2017, from 4.00 p.m. to 6.00 p.m. and will continue throughout the session. Participants will receive identification badges at the time of registration.
Representatives of WMO Members, that are not Members of Region II, who wish to attend as observers must provide official proof of representation, such as a letter from the relevant Member. Representatives of international organizations invited as observers to the session should bring a copy of their authorization by an appropriate authority from their organization.
Credentials
Pursuant to Regulation 21 of the General Regulations, prior to a session of a constituent body other than the Executive Council, each Member should, if possible, communicate to the Secretary-General the names of the persons composing the delegation to that body, indicating which of these shall be regarded as its principal delegate. In addition, a letter giving these particulars and signed by, or on behalf of, an appropriate governmental authority of the Member shall be sent to the Secretary-General or handed to his representative at the session. This letter shall be regarded as appropriate credentials for the participation of the individuals named therein in all activities of the constituent body.
List of participants
A provisional list of participants will be placed on the website for the session shortly after the beginning of the meeting. This list will be revised as soon as all participants have registered.
Videoconference facilities
A videoconference connection will be set up, if necessary, between the main meeting room and WMO headquarters in Geneva.
Internet facilities
Wireless Internet connection will be available in the main conference room and at the venue hotel. An Internet corner will be provided for delegates.
Entry requirements
Participants requiring an entry visa to the United Arab Emirates should apply directly to the nearest embassy or consulate of the United Arab Emirates. A letter of invitation from the host is provided in Appendix A. Holders of Diplomatic, Service, Official or specified passports from some countries may not require a visa by virtue of bilateral agreements, nonetheless they are encouraged to check with the nearest embassy or consulate of the UAE before departure. Detailed information on immigration is available on the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the United Arab Emirates webpage: http://www.mofa.gov.ae/EN/ConsularServices/Pages/ServicesList.aspx
The Local Organizing Committee of the host country can provide participants with individual letters of invitation upon request.
RA II-16/INF. 1, p. 3
For countries that have no embassy or consulate of the United Arab Emirates, the host can apply for an entry visa on behalf of participants upon the provision of the following: a scanned copy of the information page of a valid passport, a coloured passport-type personal photograph against a white background and a complete Visa Application Form (Appendix B) . Important notes: Applications should be sent at least three weeks before the expected date of arrival in Abu Dhabi. Passports should be valid for at least six months before the expected arrival date. Please send applications to Mr Ibrahim Al Hosani: [email protected] with a copy to Ms Kaltham Mangoosh: [email protected]
Hotel reservation
A block reservation for participants is made at the Dusit Thani Hotel in Abu Dhabi (website: http://dusit-thani-abu-dhabi.hotel-rn.com). The daily rate for single occupancy in a deluxe room is AED 450 net per night inclusive of all city taxes, service charges, buffet breakfast, and Wi-Fi internet connection. To make the hotel reservation, please contact [email protected] as soon as possible.
A list of other hotels with corporate rates is provided in Appendix C. Participants should make their reservation directly to the provided e-mail addresses and need to use WMO/NCMS meeting as a reference.
Please check-in details with the Local Coordinator for support and follow up with the hotel. This is a peak season in Abu Dhabi, therefore, early hotel booking is highly recommended.
The Hotel Reservation procedure above should also be used to reserve accommodation for those attending the Regional Conference (RECO-7) (10-11 February 2017).
Transportation and pick-up from airport
Participants are advised to arrive at the Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) (website: http://www.abudhabiairport.ae/english/), where major airlines operate daily flights to this destination. The host will make arrangements to pick up participants from the airport and take them to their hotels. Instructions for airport pick-up upon arrival at Abu Dhabi International Airport are provided in Appendix D.
Currency
Currency exchange services are available at Abu Dhabi International Airport as well as in all banks (banks are open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays, while currency exchange services all available every day in shopping centres until 10 p.m.). The local currency is the UAE Dirham (AED). Most businesses, tour operators, airlines and hotels accept major credit cards and American Express traveller’s checks. The average exchange rate in AED is as follows:
1 Euro = 4.13 AED 1 US$ = 3.67 AED1 CHF = 3.77 AED
Health requirements/medical services
Up-to-date information on international travel and health requirements is provided by the World Health Organization (WHO) at the following websites: http://www.who.int/ith/en/ and http://www.who.int/countries/are/en/.
It is suggested that you take out personal medical insurance for the duration of the trip.
RA II-16/INF. 1, p. 4
Electricity and mobile phone connection
The meeting room will be equipped with Wi-Fi access. Additionally, an Internet corner will be also provided for participants. Power voltage in the UAE is 220 V, frequency 50 Hz, and type G socket type.
SIM cards for mobile phones are available for sale by local mobile phone operators at the airport and in shopping centers.
Local climate in February
Climate data during February in Abu Dhabi are listed below:
Mean temperature 19.6 °CMean maximum temperature 25.5 °CMean minimum temperature 14.0 °CMean relative humidity 67 %Mean precipitation 0.3 mmMean number of days with precipitation ³1 mm 3 daysMean duration of sunshine 9.8 h/day
Updated weather information can be found on the website of the National Centre of Meteorology & Seismology (http://www.ncms.ae/en).
Information and contact details of the Local Organizing Committee (LOC)
WMO Focal Point
Mr Ryuji YamadaProgramme Manager, Regional Office for Asia and the South-West PacificE-mail: [email protected]:+41 22 730 8309Fax: +41 22 730 8118
Local Coordinators
Mr Ibrahim Al Hosani, Chief International Relation Section, NCMSE-mail: [email protected] Cell: +971 50 444 8155
Ms Kaltham Mangoosh, International Relation Section, NCMSE-mail: [email protected]:+971 2 222 7006Fax: +971 2 666 1575
Dr Jaser Rabadi, Advisor, International Relation Section, NCMS E-mail: [email protected], Cell: +971 5 683 66 505
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Appendices: 4 (A and C available in English only)
RA II-16/INF. 1, p. 5
APPENDIX A:LETTER OF INVITATION
RA II-16/INF. 1, p. 6
APPENDIX B:VISA APPLICATION FORM
Please provide the following:
1. Passport copy (colour) of information page (valid for at least for 6 months before date of entry);
2. Colour photograph with white background;3. The above Form duly completed.
Please send applications to Mr Ibrahim Al Hosani: [email protected] with a copy to Ms Kaltham Mangoosh: [email protected]
Personal information for entry visa to UAEPlease type and send back as soft copy
NAME (first, middle, Family)1(please leave blank)2NATIONALITY3OCCUPATION4GENDER5DATE OF BIRTH6COUNTRY OF BIRTH7PLACE OF BIRTH8(please leave blank)9PASSPORT NUMBER10PASSPORT TYPE11PASSPORT PLACE OF ISSUANCE12COUNTRY OF RESIDENCE13DESCRIPTION OF OCCUPATION14PASSPORT ISSUANCE DATE15PASSPORT EXPIRY DATE16RELIGION17FAITH18MARITAL STATUS19PREVIOUS NATIONALITY (if any)20QUALIFICATION21MOTHER’S NAME22(please leave blank)23FIRST LANGUAGE24PERMANENT COUNTRY OF RESIDENCY25MOBILE NUMBER26HOME ADDRESS27E-MAIL ADDRESS28
RA II-16/INF. 1, p. 7
APPENDIX C: LIST OF HOTELS
Name of the Hotel
Star Rating
Room Type Rates per night
Distance from Conference Venue
Website and contact information
Marriott Hotel, Downtown Abu Dhabi
5 Deluxe Single 375 AED Approx: 6 km Phone: +971 2 304 7777
Web: marriottdowntownabudhabi.com | meadowntownabudhabi.com
E-mail: [email protected]
Mobile: +971 56 5064006
Deluxe Double 400 AED
Deluxe Single (with breakfast)
450 AED
Deluxe Double (with breakfast)
525 AED
Courtyard Marriott, World Trade Center, Abu Dhabi
4 Deluxe Single 295 AED Approx: 6.7 km Phone: +971 2 698 2222
Web: www.marriott.comP.O. Box 107005
E-mail: [email protected]
Mobile: +971 56 6834563
Deluxe Double 295 AED
Deluxe Single (with breakfast)
345 AED
Deluxe Double (with breakfast)
395 AED
Sheraton AlKhalidiya,Abu Dhabi
4 Deluxe Single 250 AED Approx: 7.5 km Phone: +971 2 6928622
Web: www.sheratonalkhalidiya.com
E-mail: [email protected]
Mobile: +971 56 6695412
Deluxe Double 250 AED
Deluxe Single (with breakfast)
275 AED
Deluxe Double (with breakfast)
300 AED
Kings Gate Hotel,Abu Dhabi
3 Deluxe Single 265 AED Approx: 6.1 km Phone: +971 2 499 5003
P.O. Box 48573, Abu Dhabi, United Arab EmiratesRegional Website: www.millenniumhotels.ae
E-mail: [email protected]: +971 50 233 3186
Deluxe Double 275 AED
Deluxe Single (with breakfast)
325 AED
Deluxe Double (with breakfast)
335 AED
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RA II-16/INF. 1, p. 8
APPENDIX D: TRANSPORTATION GUIDE
Airport Pick-Up InformationAbu Dhabi International Airport
Dear participants,
1. After you clear immigration and customs, please proceed to the exit. You will use a downward moving escalator towards the guarded gate of the arrival hall. This gate leads to a wide reception area.
2. Once you exit this gate, please turn right (along the seating area) towards a currency exchange office called TRAVELEX. At this point you are still inside the arrival building.
3. Near that TRAVELEX office you will spot a representative of NCMS, holding a WMO sign –see below for illustration- and waiting for you. Introduce yourself and the representative will take you to the hotel (Dusit Thani Abu Dhabi Hotel (website: http://dusit-thani-abu-dhabi.hotel-rn.com). The hotel is located at Mattar Street, Abu Dhabi).
4. If, for one reason or another, you could not meet with the NCMS representative on arrival, the taxi service in Abu Dhabi airport is excellent. Step outside the building from the left exit to the taxi pick-up point. The official airport taxis are brown Mercedes mini buses. The ride to the hotel costs around 80 Dirhams and you can ask the driver for a receipt. There is another limousine taxi service inside the arrival area, which you do not necessarily need to use. We recommend the brown Mercedes mini buses located just outside the arrival building.
In case of emergency regarding pick-up or hotel, please contact Mr Mohamad Mohsin @: + 971 50 1300 253
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