Bibliography Review of Recent Definition Research on Myanmar Southwest Monsoon

Abstract

Abstract The monsoon system determines the seasonal climate patterns over most parts of Asia, mainly the Indian sub-continent, Southeast Asia, and large parts of East Asia. Research on the monsoon has a history dating back more than a hundred years, since the 1890s. This review analyzes the previous research about Asian monsoons, especially in Myanmar regions, that has been published internationally. Based on the Scopus database, bibliometric analysis was also conducted to explore research trends in monsoon rainfall studies. The accurate determination of onset and withdrawal dates has implications for various sectors. However, determining precise onset and withdrawal dates poses challenges due to interannual and spatial variability. The Myanmar Southwest Monsoon (MSwM) index is the most popular tool to determine the onset and withdrawal dates of the southwest monsoon over its regions. Advancements in satellite remote sensing, climate modeling, and data assimilation techniques provide opportunities for refining monsoon intensity indices. Additionally, efforts to better understand the interactions between the monsoon and climate teleconnections can contribute to improved monsoon intensity assessment. The MSwM is a separate system from the major South Asian monsoon system, and its cycle of seasons is closely connected to the seasonal cycle in mainland Indochina. The Tibetan Plateau's thermal influence accentuates the meridional land-sea thermal contrast and the zonal land-sea thermal contrast, making it important to monitor and anticipate monsoons. The MSwM is outcome of interactions between the earth, ocean, atmosphere, hydrosphere, biosphere, and cryosphere. Thus, it has a significant impact on the region's plantation, bio-earth, chemistry, economics, and society. The current coupled model of the land-sea-atmosphere system has limitations, so advancement in the study of models is highly anticipated. Research on this topic aids in regulating human activity, recognizing harmony between people and nature, and safeguarding the human habitat.