Mazu weather AI model now deployed in 40+ countries globally

At the 2026 World AI Conference on July 7, Chinese authorities unveiled the global expansion of the Mazu weather warning large model. Developed under the National Development and Reform Commission's innovation department, the model now serves over 40 countries, including many Belt and Road partners. By training on enormous volumes of meteorological data using deep learning, Mazu enables real-time detection and rapid early warning of complex weather events such as floods and typhoons. Officials tout this as a major step in exporting AI-driven disaster mitigation technology.

Industry experts highlight that accurate weather warnings are critical for emergency response efficiency. Mazu's widespread adoption demonstrates China's AI research strength and its commitment to global meteorological governance. With ongoing model iterations and broader application scenarios, Mazu is expected to see local deployment in additional countries, contributing Chinese technical insights to global climate change adaptation and disaster prevention efforts.