The IPCC's latest reports, including the recent AR6, have emphasized the significant
impact of climate change on tropical precipitation, both in terms of mean and extreme events.
Researchers have observed that changes in tropical precipitation are closely linked to the
intensification of organized deep convection, thereby highlighting the importance of
understanding convective organization and propagation in the tropics. The field of precipitation
research has experienced significant advancements due to the availability of advanced
observation networks, satellite technologies, high-performance computing, and convection-
permitting climate models. In this talk, I will introduce novel concepts that enhance our
understanding of the spatial and temporal distribution of precipitation. It will cover fundamental
aspects of precipitation, including the influence of atmospheric and oceanic forcings,
topography, and urbanization. Additionally, it will explore the applications of these concepts by
showcasing a coordinated effort involving observations and numerical studies to investigate
convective precipitation organization, propagation, physical processes, and their representation
in numerical models. The aim is to evaluate how well climate models depict and predict these
processes, thereby providing valuable insights to support policy decision-making.