Global Network Meeting Discussed Licensing of SMRs and Strengthening the Interface Between Nuclear Safety and Security
The importance of treating nuclear safety and security in a comprehensive and complementary manner and the challenges related to the regulation of Small and Medium Sized Reactors (SMRs), an emerging technology...
New Members Elected to IAEA Board of Governors
Eleven countries have been newly elected to serve on the 35-member IAEA Board of Governors for the period 2018-2020.
General Conference Day 3 Highlights
During the plenary session of the General Conference, 48 delegations delivered statements, which are available here.
IAEA Marks a Decade of Integrated Support to Nuclear Newcomers
Without national commitment and strong leadership, competent institutions, legal and regulatory frameworks and a highly skilled workforce, it is difficult to implement a safe, secure, financially viable and sustainable nuclear power programme – this was the conclusion reached at a side event to the 62nd IAEA General Conference today.
IAEA Nuclear Operators Forum Focuses on Challenges for Member States Expanding Nuclear Power Programmes
The nuclear industry is undergoing a period of significant change: several of the 30 countries operating nuclear power plants are expanding their fleet or considering using their nuclear power plants beyond their original design lifetime, while others aim to downsize or retire their nuclear fleets.