Mohammad Reza Kardan, the head of the country's Nuclear Safety System Center, met with representatives of the European Commission on September 25, 2023, on the sidelines of the 70th General Conference of the International Atomic Energy Agency in Vienna. This meeting focused on examining and discussing areas of joint cooperation in nuclear safety, preparedness and response to emergencies, and the safe management of nuclear and radioactive waste.
Areas of Joint Cooperation
During this meeting, the parties discussed and exchanged views on the continuation and development of cooperation in areas related to nuclear safety. The main areas of this cooperation included nuclear safety, preparedness and response to emergencies, enhancing capabilities for managing severe incidents, nuclear safety assessment, and the safe management of nuclear and radioactive waste.
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History of Cooperation
Cooperation between the Nuclear Safety System Center and the European Commission began on January 16, 2016, and has continued to this day. This cooperation has been aimed at strengthening nuclear safety and enhancing preparedness for managing crises and sudden incidents in the nuclear field. The parties emphasized the importance of continuing this cooperation and discussed the challenges and opportunities ahead in this area.
This meeting is considered a positive step towards strengthening international cooperation in the field of nuclear safety and reflects ongoing efforts to improve and elevate safety standards in the nuclear industry. Given the sensitivities in this area, holding such meetings can help exchange experiences and information among different countries and pave the way for further cooperation in the future.
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