All the distinguished delegations from the GeoAI Academic Society and CCOP Member Countries, Honorable speakers, ladies and gentlemen,
It is a great honor to welcome you all to the 2nd International Symposium on GeoAI Data and the 2nd International Workshop on Natural Hazard Prediction using Big Data and Machine Learning. On behalf of the Coordinating Committee for Geoscience Programmes in East and Southeast Asia (CCOP), I extend my warmest welcome to all of you as we gather once again in the vibrant and cultural city of Bangkok, Thailand, from March 26 to 28, 2025.
Building on the success of our inaugural event, this symposium represents another crucial milestone in our shared journey of harnessing artificial intelligence, big data, and machine learning for advancements in geoscience. As we stand at the intersection of technological innovation and environmental challenges, it is essential that we deepen our collaboration, exchange knowledge, and explore groundbreaking AI-driven solutions to predict and mitigate geohazards.
This year’s symposium holds even greater significance, as it is co-hosted by the Department of Mineral Resources (DMR), Thailand. The involvement of DMR not only underscores Thailand’s commitment to advancing geoscience and disaster resilience through AI but also strengthens regional cooperation in utilizing emerging technologies for environmental sustainability and hazard prediction. By working together with DMR, we are fostering a stronger regional network that will accelerate the development of innovative AI applications for geosciences and disaster risk reduction.
The GeoAI Data Society, our esteemed partner in this initiative, has been at the forefront of fostering a culture of AI-driven data sharing since its establishment in 2021. Its mission is to address the critical demand for high-quality AI datasets in geoscience, global environmental studies, and geoengineering. By leveraging AI and big data, we can contribute to the Fourth Industrial Revolution and reshape the way we understand and respond to natural hazards.
This year, our International Workshop on Natural Hazard Prediction using Big Data and Machine Learning reaffirms our commitment to utilizing AI-powered tools to enhance disaster preparedness and resilience. As natural disasters become more frequent and severe, integrating AI into hazard prediction, risk assessment, and early warning systems is no longer a choice—it is a necessity.
Let us take this opportunity to exchange ideas, foster new collaborations, and drive meaningful progress in the field of GeoAI. I sincerely hope that this event will inspire innovative approaches and deepen our collective understanding of how AI and machine learning can transform geoscience.
Once again, welcome to Bangkok, and let us work together to shape a more resilient and data-driven future for geoscience and hazard prediction.
Thank you.