May H. Wang

Hainan Institute of Biotechnology, Haikou, 570206, Hainan, China
Author    Correspondence author
International Journal of Marine Science, 2024, Vol. 14, No. 3   doi: 10.5376/ijms.2024.14.0026
Received: 30 May, 2024    Accepted: 06 Jul., 2024    Published: 19 Jul., 2024

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Wang M.H., 2024, Variability of Indo-Pacific ocean basin circulation and its impact on climate change, International Journal of Marine Science, 14(3): 218-230 (doi: 10.5376/ijms.2024.14.0026)

This study aims to understand the complex interactions between oceanic and atmospheric processes in the Indo-Pacific region and how these interactions influence global climate patterns. The study reveals several key findings. The Indo-Pacific region exhibits significant variability in ocean circulation patterns, which are influenced by phenomena such as the El Niño-Southern Oscillation (ENSO) and the Indian Ocean Dipole (IOD). The Indonesian Throughflow (ITF) plays a crucial role in modulating these patterns, with its variability linked to both local and inter-basin processes. Additionally, the study highlights the impact of basin-wide warming in the Indian Ocean on regional climate, particularly the Asian summer monsoon. The study also underscores the importance of understanding multi-decadal variability and its interaction with anthropogenic climate change. The findings of this study have significant implications for climate prediction and risk management. The variability of the Indo-Pacific Ocean basin circulation is a critical factor in global climate dynamics, influencing weather patterns, monsoon systems, and long-term climate trends. Improved understanding of these processes is essential for enhancing climate models and developing more accurate seasonal and decadal climate predictions. This study contributes to the broader effort to mitigate the impacts of climate change by providing insights into the complex interactions within the Indo-Pacific region.

Indo-Pacific Ocean; Climate variability; El Niño-Southern oscillation; Indian ocean dipole; Indonesian throughflow; Climate change; Monsoon; Ocean circulation