The Tunisian Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research announced on Monday that Tunisia and the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) have signed a national framework program for cooperation from 2026 to 2030. The agreement was signed in Vienna by Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research Mondher Belaïd and IAEA Deputy Director-General Liu Hua. This program aims to enhance technical and scientific cooperation between Tunisia and the IAEA.
The program will focus on seven key areas, including nuclear safety and security, health and nutrition, agriculture and food, water and environment, industrial applications and radiation technology, and energy planning and nuclear knowledge development. This strategic framework is designed to support Tunisia's national priorities and foster peaceful and safe uses of nuclear energy and technology.
The agreement was signed on the sidelines of the 70th regular session of the IAEA General Conference, held in Vienna from September 14 to 18. During the conference, Belaïd reaffirmed Tunisia's commitment to the peaceful, safe, and responsible use of nuclear energy and technology. He also emphasized Tunisia's support for strengthening the nuclear non-proliferation regime and nuclear security.
The program is expected to strengthen cooperation between Tunisia and the IAEA in various fields, including nuclear safety and security. Tunisia's cooperation with the IAEA is part of its efforts to develop its nuclear capabilities for peaceful purposes. The program will also help Tunisia to benefit from the IAEA's expertise and experience in nuclear energy and technology.
The IAEA has been working with Tunisia for several years to develop its nuclear program. The agency has provided technical assistance to Tunisia in areas such as nuclear safety and security, radiation protection, and nuclear medicine. The new program is expected to build on this cooperation and further enhance Tunisia's nuclear capabilities.
The signing of the program is a significant development in Tunisia's nuclear program. It demonstrates Tunisia's commitment to the peaceful use of nuclear energy and technology. The program is also expected to contribute to the country's economic and social development.
The cooperation program is a testament to the strong partnership between Tunisia and the IAEA. The two parties have been working together for many years to promote peaceful nuclear energy and technology. The new program is expected to further strengthen this partnership and enhance cooperation in various fields.
Key points
- Tunisia and the IAEA have signed a national framework program for cooperation from 2026 to 2030 to enhance technical and scientific cooperation in seven key areas.
- The program aims to support Tunisia's national priorities and foster peaceful and safe uses of nuclear energy and technology.
- The agreement was signed on the sidelines of the 70th regular session of the IAEA General Conference in Vienna.
