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IAEA governors resolution on Zaporizhzhia criticised by Russia

IAEA governors resolution on Zaporizhzhia criticised by Russia

The board of governors of the International Atomic Energy Agency passed a resolution calling for the immediate return of the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant to Ukrainian control - however Russia says the vote "went beyond the mandate of the board and the entire agency".

Nuclear Policies 13 March 2024


IAEA project considers implications of counterfeit and fraudulent items

IAEA project considers implications of counterfeit and fraudulent items

Trade in counterfeit and fraudulent items accounts for an estimated 2.5% of world trade, according to a 2021 study by the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development. A major research project aims to assess the implications for the nuclear sector.

Regulation & Safety 13 March 2024


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Argentina's plans to extend Atucha's operation reviewed by IAEA team

Argentina's plans to extend Atucha's operation reviewed by IAEA team

The International Atomic Energy Agency experts praised measures already taken and the "professionalism, openness and receptiveness exhibited by the plant staff towards suggestions for improvement" after a 10-day Safety Aspects of Long Term Operation mission to Argentina.

Regulation & Safety 11 March 2024


IAEA steps up efforts for gender balance in nuclear sector

IAEA steps up efforts for gender balance in nuclear sector

The International Atomic Energy Agency's Director General Rafael Mariano Grossi has said that gender equality "is not just right - it is imperative for net zero, battling cancer, and ending global hunger".

Nuclear Policies 08 March 2024


IAEA's Grossi holds talks with President Putin in Sochi

IAEA's Grossi holds talks with President Putin in Sochi

International Atomic Energy Agency Director General Rafael Mariano Grossi has discussed nuclear safety and security at the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant in a meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin. He also held talks with Rosatom's director general and Russian diplomatic and military representatives.

Regulation & Safety 06 March 2024


Grossi hopes nuclear summit can agree new financing mechanisms

Grossi hopes nuclear summit can agree new financing mechanisms

International Atomic Energy Agency Director General Rafael Mariano Grossi says one aim of the forthcoming Nuclear Energy Summit for heads of state is to see what "international cooperation mechanisms we can agree" to accelerate the provision of new nuclear in line with the COP28 declaration in December.

Nuclear Policies 04 March 2024


Grossi issues fresh call for restraint around Zaporizhzhia plant

Grossi issues fresh call for restraint around Zaporizhzhia plant

International Atomic Energy Agency Director General Rafael Mariano Grossi has reiterated his call for "maximum restraint and strict observance" of the UN-backed safety principles at the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant because of the "continued volatile situation".

Regulation & Safety 22 February 2024


IAEA's Grossi visits Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant

IAEA's Grossi visits Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant

International Atomic Energy Agency Director General Rafael Mariano Grossi has travelled across the military frontline to visit the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant for a fourth time.

Regulation & Safety 07 February 2024


Grossi to discuss Zaporizhzhia staffing concerns

Grossi to discuss Zaporizhzhia staffing concerns

The decision to block access for staff yet to sign a contract with the Russian operators of the occupied Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant, and its impact on safety, is going to be raised by International Atomic Energy Agency Director General Rafael Mariano Grossi when he visits the site next week.

Regulation & Safety 02 February 2024


UK strengthens nuclear regulation, IAEA mission finds

UK strengthens nuclear regulation, IAEA mission finds

The UK has a strong commitment to nuclear and radiation safety and has made progress to reinforce its regulatory functions, although recruitment challenges remain, an International Atomic Energy Agency team of experts said following its completion of a follow-up Integrated Regulatory Review Service mission.

Regulation & Safety 01 February 2024