This document summarizes the 60-year history of successful scientific collaboration on weather, climate and water through the World Meteorological Organization (WMO). Key points include: - WMO has 189 member states and coordinates collective efforts in weather, water and climate through structures that engage members and enable free exchange of data. - Achievements over 60 years were only possible through WMO's effective governance, standardized observation networks, and ability to deliver real-time information and services. - WMO priorities include improving weather, climate and hydrological services; informing disaster risk reduction; and implementing observing systems and climate services framework. - WMO has structures and programs relevant to the Arctic, including the Executive Committee Expert Panel on