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IAEA Board of Governors – U.S. on Implementation of the NPT Safeguards Agreement in Syria
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U.S. on the Evaluation of Technical Cooperation Activities in 2019
As delivered at the IAEA Technical Assistance and Cooperation Committee Meeting, November 2019. Read More»
U.S. on the Agency’s Proposed Program for 2020-2021
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IAEA Board of Governors – U.S. Statement on the Appointment of a Director General
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PRESS RELEASE: U.S Announces US$316,830 to Support IAEA Environmental Research
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IAEA Board of Governors – U.S. Statement on the Application of Safeguards in the DPRK
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IAEA Board of Governors – U.S. Statement on Verification and Monitoring in Iran
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IAEA Board of Governors – U.S. Statement on Nuclear Science, Technology, and Applications
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IAEA Board of Governors – U.S. Statement on Nuclear Security
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IAEA Board of Governors – U.S. Statement on Nuclear and Radiation Safety
Statement on Agenda Item Number 3: Strengthening the Agency’s Activities Related to Nuclear, Radiation, Transport and Waste Safety. Read More»
MEDIA NOTE: Statement by the U.S. Mission Spokesperson following the July 25 IAEA Board of Governors Meeting
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Secretary of State Pompeo’s Statement on the Passing of Director General Amano
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Statement by Ambassador Wolcott on the Passing of IAEA Director General Yukiya Amano
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MEDIA NOTE: Statement by the U.S. Mission Spokesperson on Special IAEA Board of Governors Meeting on Iran
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IAEA BoG – Join Statement on behalf of the Group of Friends for Women in Nuclear
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IAEA BoG – U.S. Statement on DPRK Safeguards
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IAEA BoG – U.S. Statement on Verification and Monitoring in Iran
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IAEA BoG – Joint Statement on Pledges to the IAEA’s ReNuAL Project
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IAEA BoG – U.S. Statement on Strengthening the Agency’s Technical Cooperation Activities: Technical Cooperation Report for 2018
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IAEA Board of Governors: U.S. Statement on the Annual Report for 2018
Statement under Agenda Item 2: The Annual Report for 2018 As delivered by U.S. Alternate Permanent Representative Keith Anderton Vienna, June 10, 2019 Thank you, Madam Chair, The Annual Report for 2018, as drafted, is an effective instrument to showcase how the IAEA benefits countries around the world. I will highlight just a few areas ... Read More»
Fact Sheet: Advancing the Maximum Pressure Campaign by Restricting Iran’s Nuclear Activities
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Media Note: Ambassador Wolcott’s Travel to Washington, DC April 2-5
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U.S. on Any Other Business at the IAEA BoG, Agenda Item 7
Statement under Agenda Item 7: Any Other Business. Read More»
U.S. on the Implementation of the NPT Safeguards Agreement in the Syrian Arab Republic at the IAEA BoG, Agenda Item 5(d)
Statement under Agenda Item 5(d): Implementation of the NPT safeguards agreement in the Syrian Arab Republic. Read More»
U.S. on the Application of Safeguards in the DPRK at the IAEA BoG, Agenda Item 5(c)
Statement under Agenda Item 5(c): Application of Safeguards in the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea. Read More»
U.S. on Verification and Monitoring in Iran at the IAEA BoG, Agenda Item 4
Statement under Agenda Item 4: Verification and Monitoring in Iran. Read More»
U.S. on the Nuclear Technology Review at the IAEA BoG, Agenda Item 3
Statement under Agenda Item 3: Nuclear Technology Review Read More»
U.S. on Nuclear Safety at the IAEA BoG, Agenda Item 2(a) & (b)
Statement under Agenda Item 2(a) and (b): Strengthening the Agency’s Activities Related to Nuclear, Radiation, Transport and Waste Safety: Nuclear Safety Review 2018 and Draft Safety Requirements: Regulations for the Safe Transport of Radioactive Material 2018 Edition. Read More»
Deputy Secretary Brouillette Meets With International Atomic Energy Agency
VIENNA, AUSTRIA – Yesterday, U.S. Deputy Secretary of Energy Dan Brouillette visited Vienna, Austria for the first time as Deputy Secretary to meet with leaders of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). U.S. Ambassador to International Organizations in Vienna Jackie Wolcott also participated in the meetings. Read More»
U.S. National Statement at the IAEA Nuclear Science and Technology Ministerial Conference
Nuclear Technical Cooperation: Benefits from the Nonproliferation Regime for the Developing World Distinguished Co-Chairs, Excellencies, and ladies and gentlemen, the United States is pleased to attend this conference, for as we all approach the 50th anniversary of the entry into force of the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons (NPT), it is very important to ... Read More»
U.S. Statement to the IAEA Board of Governors: Implementation of the NPT Safeguards Agreement in the Syrian Arab Republic
Thank you Madam Chair, The United States thanks Director General Amano for his update and for his continued commitment to ensuring that all outstanding questions regarding Syria’s ongoing safeguards noncompliance are fully addressed. We applaud the DG and Secretariat for their unwavering professionalism in implementing the Agency’s safeguards responsibilities in Syria, despite more than a ... Read More»
U.S. Statement to the IAEA Board of Governors: Application of Safeguards in the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea
Thank you, Madam Chair. Since the historic June summit in Singapore between President Trump and Chairman Kim, the United States has been ready to engage the DPRK in the necessary negotiations to achieve the goals set forth in Singapore, including the final, fully verified denuclearization of DPRK. We have approached the DPRK in seriousness and ... Read More»
U.S. Statement to the IAEA Board of Governors: Verification and Monitoring in Iran
Madam Chair, The United States welcomes the Director General’s November 12th report on verification and monitoring in Iran. We once again extend our appreciation to the Director General, the Deputy Director General for Safeguards, and their staff for their continued professionalism and dedication in carrying out their responsibilities in Iran. The Secretariat can continue to ... Read More»
U.S. Statement to the IAEA Board of Governors: Report of the Technical Assistance and Cooperation Committee 2018
Madam Chair, I would like to extend my appreciation to the Friends of the Rapporteur for their work in preparing this year’s Report of the Technical Assistance and Cooperation Committee (TACC) for the Board’s approval. The United States appreciated the opportunity to serve as Rapporteur on behalf of the North America Group, and we would ... Read More»
Remarks by The Hon. Christopher A. Ford at the Vienna Center for Disarmament & Non-Proliferation: “Nonproliferation Lessons Learned”
Good day, everyone, and thank you for the kind introduction, Laura. This being the 50th anniversary of the opening for signature of the Nuclear Nonproliferation Treaty (NPT), it’s a big year for thinking about the NPT and its future. As we all do that thinking, we at the U.S. State Department have emphasized the importance ... Read More»
VCDNP Seminar Invitation – Non-Proliferation Lessons Learned with Dr. Christopher Ford
The Vienna Center for Disarmament and Non-Proliferation (VCDNP) cordially invites you to attend a seminar by Dr. Christopher A. Ford, Assistant Secretary of State for International Security and Nonproliferation at the U.S. Department of State, entitled “Non-Proliferation Lessons Learned,” followed by a discussion and Q&A. The seminar will be held on Wednesday, 19 September 2018, from 13:15to 14:45 in ... Read More»
Press Release: Secretary of Energy Rick Perry announces $1.1 million contribution to power IAEA labs
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U.S. National Statement to the 62nd IAEA General Conference
Madam Director, thank you very much. I’d like to begin with a letter that I bring from the President of the United States. I send my greetings to the delegates of the 62nd International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) General Conference. The United States strongly supports peaceful nuclear cooperation. This includes American investments in IAEA programs, ... Read More»
U.S. Statement to the IAEA Board of Governors: Implementation of the NPT safeguards agreement in the Syrian Arab Republic
Chair, The United States thanks the Director General for his latest report on the implementation of safeguards in Syria, and for the Secretariat’s continued professionalism in addressing Syria’s longstanding safeguards noncompliance in the face of persistent obstruction by the Assad regime and its patrons. Read More»
U.S. Statement to the IAEA Board of Governors: Application of Safeguards in the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea
Since this Board last convened, the international community has had reason for cautious optimism concerning the final, fully verified denuclearization of the DPRK, as agreed to by Chairman Kim. The summit meetings between the United States and the DPRK, and the Republic of Korea and the DPRK, opened up new possibilities for a diplomatic resolution ... Read More»
U.S. Statement to the IAEA Board of Governors: Implementation of State-level Safeguards Approaches for States under Integrated Safeguards
The United States welcomes the Director General’s clear and concise report on the Implementation of State-level Safeguards Approaches for States under Integrated Safeguards – Experience Gained and Lessons Learned (GOV/2018/20), as well as the Secretariat’s technical briefing for Member States last month on this same matter. The Director General’s report fully responds to the request ... Read More»
U.S. Statement to the IAEA Board of Governors: Verification and Monitoring in Iran
The United States welcomes the Director General’s August 30 report on verification and monitoring in Iran. We once again extend our appreciation to the Director General, the Deputy Director General for Safeguards, and their staff, for their continued professionalism and dedication in carrying out their responsibilities in Iran. The Director General’s thorough and professional reporting ... Read More»
U.S. Statement to the IAEA Board of Governors: Strengthening the Agency’s Activities related to Nuclear Science, Technology, and Applications
The United States thanks the Secretariat for its useful report on the IAEA’s activities related to nuclear science, technology, and applications in 2017. We look forward to the November 2018 Nuclear Science and Technology Ministerial Conference, an event that will allow the Agency to highlight the successes mentioned in the DG’s report and to identify ... Read More»
U.S. Statement to the IAEA Board of Governors: Nuclear Security
The IAEA’s Division of Nuclear Security continues to provide critical assistance to Member States and plays a central role in coordinating international efforts to strengthen nuclear security worldwide. The 2018 Nuclear Security Report clearly demonstrates how much work one division can accomplish in assisting Member States to access the many benefits of peaceful uses of ... Read More»
U.S. Statement to the IAEA Board of Governors: Measures to Strengthen International Cooperation in Nuclear, Radiation, Transport & Waste Safety
The United States takes this opportunity to thank the Director General and the Secretariat for the Agency’s accomplishments in the field of nuclear safety. We endorse the Secretariat’s recommendation that the Board of Governors consider and take note of this report. Read More»
U.S. Statement to the IAEA Board of Governors: Other Business
Chair, for the sake of efficiency, please let me address a number of issues under AOB in one consolidated statement. Read More»
U.S. Statement to IAEA Board of Governors: NPT Safeguards in Syria
The United States thanks the Director General for his update, and for his steadfast commitment to addressing Syria's ongoing safeguards noncompliance. Read More»
U.S. Statement to the IAEA Board of Governors: Application of Safeguards in the DPRK
We want to highlight our appreciation for the Secretariat’s continued efforts in strengthening the Agency’s readiness to play an important role in verifying the dismantling of the DPRK’s nuclear program. Read More»
U.S. Statement to the IAEA Board of Governors: Safeguards Implementation Report
The United States welcomes the Secretariat’s Safeguards Implementation Report for 2017 (SIR). Read More»
U.S. Statement to the IAEA Board of Governors: ‘Voluntary Offer’ Safeguards Agreement
The United States welcomes the United Kingdom’s conclusion of a “Voluntary Offer” safeguards agreement and Additional Protocol. Read More»
U.S. Statement to the IAEA Board of Governors: Verification and Monitoring in Iran
The United States welcomes the Director General’s May 24 report on verification and monitoring in Iran. Read More»
U.S. Statement at IAEA Program and Budget Committee Meeting: Agenda Item 4
We appreciate the efforts of the Secretariat to be responsive to concerns of Member States in presenting a draft budget update. At this time we would like to make some comments based on our general support for cost savings and efficiencies in support of the goal of zero nominal growth in international organization budgets. Read More»
U.S. Statement at IAEA Program and Budget Committee Meeting: Agenda Item 3
The United States thanks the Office of Internal Oversight Services for its Internal Audit of the Agency’s practices. We would like to direct our attention to particular areas that have been identified for improvement. Read More»
U.S. Statement at IAEA Program and Budget Committee Meeting: Agenda Item 2
The fiscal health of the IAEA is integral to the well-being of its operations. We were pleased to see that the 2017 Financial Statements, as well as the Report of the External Auditor, confirm the organization’s responsible stewardship of the resources that we all provide. Read More»
U.S. Statement to the IAEA Board of Governors: Any Other Business
IAEA Board of Governors Meeting March 5-9, 2018 Agenda Item 7: Any Other Business U.S. Statement as delivered by U.S. Chargé d’Affaires a.i. Nicole Shampaine Madam Chair, For the sake of efficiency, please let me address a number of issues under AOB in one consolidated statement. I apologize in advance for its length. As ... Read More»
U.S. Statement to the IAEA Board of Governors: Syria
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U.S. Statement to the IAEA Board of Governors: DPRK
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U.S. Statement to the IAEA Board of Governors: Nuclear Safety
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World Cancer Day: International Solutions for a Global Crisis
Cancer and cancer-related diseases claim the lives of eight million people worldwide each year. Fourteen million new cases of cancer are diagnosed annually, and more than 60% of those cases occur in low and middle-income countries, where treatment capacities are limited and resources already scarce. February 4 is World Cancer Day , a day when we shine a spotlight ... Read More»
U.S. Statement to the IAEA Board of Governors: Any Other Business
IAEA Board of Governors Meeting November 23-24, 2017 Agenda Item 6: Any Other Business U.S. Statement as delivered by U.S. Chargé d’Affaires a.i. Nicole Shampaine Mr. Chairperson, For the sake of efficiency, please let me address a number of issues under AOB in one consolidated statement. I apologize in advance for its length. First, ... Read More»
U.S. Statement to the IAEA Board of Governors: Syria
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U.S. Statement to the IAEA: North Korea
IAEA Board of Governors Meeting November 23-24, 2017 Agenda Item 4 (b) Application of Safeguards in the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea U.S. Statement as delivered by U.S. Chargé d’Affaires a.i. Nicole Shampaine Thank you, Mr. Chairperson. The United States welcomes the resolution on the DPRK adopted at this year’s General Conference. ... Read More»
U.S. Statement to the IAEA Board of Governors: Iran
IAEA Board of Governors Meeting November 23-24, 2017 Agenda Item 3 Verification and Monitoring in Iran U.S. Statement as delivered by U.S. Chargé d’Affaires a.i. Nicole Shampaine Mr. Chairperson, The United States welcomes the Director General’s November 13 report that the IAEA continues to verify and monitor Iran’s implementation of all ... Read More»
U.S. Statement to the IAEA Board of Governors: Technical Cooperation
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U.S. Statement on IAEA Technical Cooperation
IAEA Technical Assistance and Cooperation Committee Meeting November 20-22, 2017 Agenda Item 2 Technical Cooperation: The Agency’s Proposed Program for 2018-2019 U.S. Statement as delivered by U.S. IAEA Counselor Keith Anderton Mr. Chairman, The United States commends the Department of Technical Cooperation, under Deputy Director General Yang’s leadership, for its work with Member ... Read More»
U.S. Statement to the IAEA Technical Assistance and Cooperation Committee
IAEA Technical Assistance and Cooperation Committee Meeting November 20-22, 2017 Agenda Item 3 Evaluation of Technical Cooperation Activities in 2017 U.S. Statement as delivered by U.S. IAEA Counselor Keith Anderton Mr. Chairman, As have others, the United States thanks the Office of Internal Oversight Services (OIOS), under the leadership of Director Carsten Meyer, ... Read More»
U.S. Statement on Nuclear Power in the 21st Century
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U.S. National Statement to the IAEA General Conference
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U.S. Statement to the IAEA General Conference on North Korea
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U.S. Statement to the IAEA Board of Governors: Any Other Business
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U.S. Statement to the IAEA Board of Governors on the 2018-2021 Nuclear Security Plan
IAEA Board of Governors Meeting September 11-15, 2017 Agenda Item 4 (b) Nuclear Security Plan U.S. Statement as delivered by Chargé d’Affaires a.i. Nicole Shampaine Mr. Chairman, First, let me tell you how pleased we were to hear from a number of Member States on Monday and Tuesday about how much they value ... Read More»
U.S. Statement to the IAEA Board of Governors on Women in the Secretariat
IAEA Board of Governors Meeting September 11-15, 2017 Agenda Item 8(b) (ii) Women in the Secretariat U.S. Statement as delivered by Chargé d’Affairs a.i. Nicole Shampaine Mr Chairman, We remain concerned about the underrepresentation of women in the Agency’s professional and higher categories. At the same time, we acknowledge and appreciate ... Read More»
U.S. Statement to the IAEA Board of Governors on the Application of IAEA Safeguards in the Middle East
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U.S. Statement to the IAEA Board of Governors on Syria
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U.S. Statement to the IAEA Board of Governors on Iran
IAEA Board of Governors Meeting September 11-15, 2017 Agenda Item 6 Verification and Monitoring in Iran U.S. Statement as Delivered by Chargé d’Affaires Nicole Shampaine Mr. Chairman, The United States once again extends its appreciation to the Director General, the Deputy Director General for Safeguards, and their staff for their excellent ... Read More»
U.S. Statement to the IAEA Board of Governors on Nuclear Science, Technology, and Applications
IAEA Board of Governors Meeting September 11-15, 2017 Agenda Item 5 Strengthening the Agency’s Activities Related to Nuclear Science, Technology, and Applications U.S. Statement as delivered by Counselor for IAEA Affairs Keith Anderton Mr. Chairman, The Director General’s report on “Strengthening the Agency’s Activities Related to Nuclear Science, Technology, and Applications” describes ... Read More»
U.S. Statement to the IAEA Board of Governors on Nuclear Security
IAEA Board of Governors Meeting September 11-15, 2017 Agenda Item 4 (a) Nuclear Security U.S. Statement as delivered by U.S. Chargé d’Affaires a.i. Nicole Shampaine Mr. Chairman, The United States remains committed to working with the IAEA and its Member States to ensure that nuclear materials and facilities remain secure. Together our ... Read More»
U.S. Statement on the IAEA Code of Conduct on the Safety and Security of Radioactive Sources
IAEA Board of Governors Meeting September 11-15, 2017 Agenda Item 3c Code of Conduct on the Safety and Security of Radioactive Sources: Guidance on the Management of Disused Radioactive Sources U.S. Statement as delivered by U.S. Chargé d’Affaires a.i. Nicole Shampaine Thank you, Mr. Chairman. The United States is happy ... Read More»
U.S. Statement to the IAEA Board of Governors on Nuclear Safety
Nicole Shampaine, Chargé d'Affaires, U.S. Mission to International Organizations in Vienna, delivered the U.S. statement on nuclear safety to the International Atomic Energy Agency's Board of Governors during its session in September 2017. Read More»
U.S. Statement to the IAEA: Any Other Business
IAEA Board of Governors Meeting June 12-16, 2017 Agenda Item 11: Any Other Business U.S. Statement As Delivered by Chargé d’Affaires, a.i. Andrew J. Schofer Thank you very much, Mr. Chairman. Mr. Chairman, first, the United States welcomes the progress achieved over the past year to strengthen the global nuclear security framework. ... Read More»
Intern Corner – A Day at the Seibersdorf Nuclear Labs
IAEA & Arms Control Section Interns Visiting the Plant Breeding Lab (from left to right – Elizabeth Philipps, Maria Dudenhoeffer, Zachary Wong) Going on a field trip with ambassadors and diplomats from other countries to nuclear applications laboratories in the Austrian countryside was certainly not something I expected to do as part of my U.S. ... Read More»
U.S. Statement to the IAEA Board of Governors: Iran
IAEA Board of Governors Meeting June 12-16, 2017 Agenda Item 6 Verification and Monitoring in Iran U.S. Statement Chargé d’Affaires a.i. Andrew J. Schofer As Prepared Mr. Chairman, The United States once again extends its appreciation to the Director General, the Deputy Director General for Safeguards, and their staff for their excellent work, ... Read More»
IAEA Board of Governors: Safety and Security of Radioactive Sources
IAEA Board of Governors Meeting June 12-16, 2017 Agenda Item 5 Code of Conduct on the Safety and Security of Radioactive Sources: Guidance on the Management of Disused Radioactive Sources U.S. Statement as delivered by Ike Reed, Alternate Permanent Representative Thank you, Mr. Chairman. We strongly support the draft guidance on ... Read More»
IAEA Board of Governors: Report of the Program and Budget Committee
IAEA Board of Governors Meeting June 12-16, 2017 Agenda Item 4 Report of the Program and Budget Committee U.S. Statement as delivered by Ike Reed, Alternate Permanent Representative Thank you, Mr. Chairman. We appreciate the efforts of the Budget Working Group Co-chairs, the distinguished Ambassadors of Denmark and Brazil and of the Secretariat to ... Read More»
IAEA Board of Governors: The Annual Report for 2016
IAEA Board of Governors Meeting June 12-16, 2017 Agenda Item 2 The Annual Report for 2016 U.S. Statement – As Delivered by Chargé d’Affaires, a.i. Andrew J. Schofer Thank you very much Mr. Chairman, Mr. Chairman, Since this is the first time I am taking the floor today I hope you ... Read More»
The 2017 IAEA Technical Cooperation Conference
What is the first thing that comes to mind when you think of the International Atomic Energy Agency, or IAEA? You might have heard of it called “the UN’s nuclear watchdog,” for its important work verifying that countries’ nuclear programs remain exclusively peaceful. Would you be surprised to learn it also does development work to ... Read More»
Panel Discussion on the IAEA’s Technical Cooperation Program
IAEA Technical Cooperation Conference Session 4 Panel Discussion June 1, 2017 Remarks by Andrew Schofer, Chargé d’affaires a.i., U.S. Mission to International Organizations in Vienna Question: In 1958, at the first IAEA General Conference, the USA made an important contribution to support fellowship training and the fielding of experts to developing countries–to the first ever ... Read More»
Supporting the Safe, Secure, Peaceful and Sustainable Uses of Nuclear Energy
In 1953, then U.S. President Eisenhower, in his famous “Atoms for Peace” speech called for “fissionable material [to] be allocated to serve the peaceful pursuits of mankind.” Since then, the United States has been a leader in international civil nuclear cooperation and in facilitating access to nuclear technologies to those who need it most. On ... Read More»
U.S. Statement to the 2017 NPT Preparatory Committee: Peaceful Uses of Nuclear Energy
Statement by the United States in Cluster 3: Peaceful Uses of Nuclear Energy First Session of the Preparatory Committee for the 2020 Review Conference of the Parties to the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons Statement by Andrew Schofer Charge d’Affaires a.i., U.S. Mission to International Organizations in Vienna Vienna, May 9, ... Read More»
IAEA’s Seibersdorf Laboratories: Where the Atom is Used for Peace and Development
If you pulled someone aside and asked them to describe what the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) does, many people would immediately think about the Agency’s work with nuclear power and safeguarding against nuclear weapons proliferation. After all, the IAEA has made the news lately for its role in nuclear verification and monitoring in Iran ... Read More»
Any Other Business
IAEA Board of Governors Meeting March 06-10, 2017 Agenda Item 9: Any Other Business U.S. Statements as delivered by Chargé d’Affaires a.i. Andrew J. Schofer Mr. Chairman, I am taking the floor to address several items under any other business. The United States welcomes the progress achieved over the past year to ... Read More»
Appointment of the Director General
IAEA Board of Governors Meeting March 06-10, 2017 Agenda Item 8 Appointment of the Director General U.S. Statement as delivered by Chargé d’Affaires a.i. Andrew J. Schofer Mr. Chairman. The United States is pleased to join the consensus decision of the Board in endorsing Yukiya Amano to serve as Director General for the term ... Read More»
Application of Safeguards in the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea
IAEA Board of Governors Meeting March 06-10, 2017 Agenda Item 5(b) Application of Safeguards in the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea U.S. Statement as delivered by Chargé d’Affaires a.i. Andrew J. Schofer Thank you, Mr. Chairman. The United States remains resolute in its condemnation of the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea’s constant stream of ... Read More»
Implementation of the NPT safeguards agreement in the Syrian Arab Republic
IAEA Board of Governors Meeting March 06-10, 2017 Agenda Item 5(c) Implementation of the NPT safeguards agreement in the Syrian Arab Republic U.S. Statement as delivered by Chargé d’Affaires a.i. Andrew J. Schofer Thank you Chair, The United States thanks the Director General for his update and for his ongoing commitment to addressing Syria’s ... Read More»
Verification and monitoring in the Islamic Republic of Iran
IAEA Board of Governors Meeting March 06-10, 2017 Agenda Item 4 Verification and monitoring in the Islamic Republic of Iran U.S. Statement as delivered by Chargé d’Affaires a.i. Andrew J. Schofer Thank you Mr. Chairman, The United States extends its appreciation to the Director General for his February 24th report on Iran’s ... Read More»
Nuclear Technology Review 2017
IAEA Board of Governors Meeting March 06-10, 2017 Agenda Item 3 Strengthening the Agency’s Activities Related to Nuclear Science, Technology, and Applications Nuclear Technology Review 2017 U.S. Statement as delivered by Chargé d’Affaires a.i. Andrew J. Schofer Thank you, Mr. Chairman, The United States remains a strong supporter of the application of peaceful ... Read More»
Code of Conduct on the Safety and Security of Radioactive Sources
IAEA Board of Governors Meeting March 06-10, 2017 Agenda Item 2b Code of Conduct on the Safety and Security of Radioactive Sources: Guidance on the Management of Disused Radioactive Sources U.S. Statement as delivered by Chargé d’Affaires a.i. Andrew J. Schofer Thank you, Mr. Chairman. The United States fully supports and endorses ... Read More»
IAEA Nuclear Safety Review 2017
IAEA Board of Governors Meeting March 06-10, 2017 Agenda Item 2(a) Strengthening the Agency’s Activities Related to Nuclear, Radiation, Transport and Waste Safety: Nuclear Safety Review 2017 U.S. Statement as delivered by Chargé d’Affaires a.i. Andrew J. Schofer Thank you, Mr. Chairman, The United States takes this opportunity to thank the Director General and the ... Read More»
U.S. Supports #CancerCare4All
By: Chargé d’Affaires Andrew J. Schofer. Last Friday, members of the international community came together for an International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Program of Action for Cancer Therapy (PACT) World Cancer Day event. It was truly impressive to hear about work being done around the world to support cancer diagnosis, treatment, and control. Cancer impacts ... Read More»
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