Celebrating UNVIE Women: Lisa Kalajian
We continue our series to celebrate the accomplished and visionary women working at UNVIE with Deputy Counselor for UN Affairs, Lisa Kalajian. Read More»
Celebrating UNVIE Women: Aubrie Ohlde
We continue our series to celebrate the accomplished and visionary women working at UNVIE with Deputy Counselor of IAEA Affairs, Aubrie Ohlde. Read More»
Celebrating UNVIE Women: Christa Mikowicz
We continue our series to celebrate the accomplished and visionary women working at UNVIE with Political Assistant Christa Mikowicz. Read More»
Celebrating UNVIE Women: Mugeh Afshar-Tous
We continue our series to celebrate the accomplished and visionary women working at UNVIE with Nuclear Safety Attaché Mugeh Afshar-Tous Read More»
Celebrating UNVIE Women: Rachael Parrish
We continue our series to celebrate the accomplished and visionary women working at UNVIE with Political Officer Rachael Parrish. Read More»
Celebrating UNVIE Women: Leslie Hayden
Celebrating UNVIE Women: Leslie Hayden We’re happy to kick off our series to celebrate the accomplished and visionary women working at UNVIE with our Acting Deputy Chief of Mission Leslie Hayden. Leslie answers questions about her work, what inspired her to take up this career path, and why it’s important to promote gender equality in ... Read More»
IAEA BoG – U.S. on Any Other Business
U.S. statement on Any Other Business, as delivered by Chargé d’Affaires a.i., Louis L. Bono to the IAEA Board of Governors Meeting on March 5, 2021. Read More»
IAEA BoG – U.S. on Verification and Monitoring in Iran
U.S. statement on Verification and Monitoring in Iran, as delivered by Chargé d’Affaires a.i., Louis L. Bono to the IAEA Board of Governors Meeting on March 4, 2021. Read More»
IAEA BoG – U.S. on NPT Safeguards Agreement with Iran
U.S. statement on Nuclear Verification – NPT Safeguards Agreement with the Islamic Republic of Iran, as delivered by Chargé d’Affaires a.i., Louis L. Bono to the IAEA Board of Governors Meeting on March 4, 2021. Read More»
IAEA BoG – U.S. on Implementation of the NPT Safeguards Agreement in Syria
U.S. statement on Implementation of the NPT Safeguards Agreement in the Syrian Arab Republic, as delivered by Chargé d’Affaires a.i., Louis L. Bono to the IAEA Board of Governors Meeting on March 3, 2021. Read More»
IAEA BoG – U.S. on the Application of Safeguards in the DPRK
U.S. statement on Nuclear Verification – Application of Safeguards in the DPRK, as delivered by Alternate Permanent Representative Edward Canuel to the IAEA Board of Governors Meeting on March 3, 2021. Read More»
IAEA BoG – U.S. on Strengthening the Agency’s Activities Related to Nuclear Science, Technology, and Applications
U.S. statement on Strengthening the Agency’s Activities Related to Nuclear Science, Technology, and Applications, as delivered by Alternate Permanent Representative Edward Canuel to the IAEA Board of Governors Meeting on March 3, 2021. Read More»
IAEA BoG – U.S. on the Nuclear Safety Review 2021
U.S. statement on Nuclear and Radiation Safety, as delivered by Chargé d’Affaires a.i., Louis L. Bono to the IAEA Board of Governors Meeting on March 1, 2021. Read More»
IAEA BoG – U.S. on IAEA Efforts During the COVID-19 Pandemic
U.S. statement on IAEA Efforts During the COVID-19 Pandemic, as delivered by Chargé d’Affaires Louis L. Bono to the IAEA Board of Governors Meeting on March 1, 2021. Read More»
IAEA BoG – U.S. on Saint Kitts and Nevis Application for Membership of the Agency
U.S. statement on Applications for Membership of the Agency, as delivered by Chargé d’Affaires Louis L. Bono to the IAEA Board of Governors Meeting on March 1, 2021. Read More»
The United States at the IAEA Board of Governors Meeting, March 2021
Click here for all U.S. statements delivered at the IAEA Board of Governors meeting of March, 2021. Read More»
PRESS RELEASE: U.S. Provides $200,000 to the IAEA to Eradicate Screwworm in Uruguay
The U.S. Department of State is allocating roughly $200,000 in funding to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) for the implementation of the sterile-insect technique (SIT) to support Uruguay’s work to eradicate the screwworm. Read More»
IAEA BoG – U.S. on Any Other Business Consolidated Statement
U.S. statement under Any Other Business, as delivered by Ambassador Jackie Wolcott to the IAEA Board of Governors Meeting on November 20, 2020. Read More»
IAEA BoG – U.S. on Implementation of the NPT Safeguards Agreement in Syria
U.S. statement on Implementation of the NPT Safeguards Agreement in Syria, as delivered by Ambassador Jackie Wolcott to the IAEA Board of Governors Meeting on November 19, 2020. Read More»
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IAEA BoG – U.S. on Application of Safeguards in the DPRK
U.S. statement on Application of Safeguards in the DPRK, as delivered by Ambassador Jackie Wolcott to the IAEA Board of Governors Meeting on November 19, 2020. Read More»
PRESS RELEASE: United States Announces $1 Million Contribution to Support IAEA Environment Laboratories
Ambassador Jackie Wolcott announced today the allocation of just over $1,013,000 in U.S. funding for the IAEA Nuclear Sciences and Applications Environment Laboratories in Monaco to study ocean acidification and degraded marine ecosystems. Read More»
IAEA BoG – U.S. on Verification and Monitoring in Iran
U.S. statement on Verification and Monitoring in Iran, as delivered by Ambassador Jackie Wolcott to the IAEA Board of Governors Meeting on November 18, 2020. Read More»
IAEA BoG – U.S. on the Report of the TACC
U.S. statement on the Report of the Technical Assistance and Cooperation Committee, as delivered by Ambassador Jackie Wolcott to the IAEA Board of Governors Meeting on November 18, 2020. Read More»
The United States at the IAEA Board of Governors Meeting, November 2020
The IAEA Board of Governors is one of the two policy-making bodies of the IAEA, along with the annual General Conference of IAEA Member States. Read More»
IAEA TACC: U.S. on the Evaluation of Technical Cooperation Activities in 2020
As delivered at the IAEA Technical Assistance and Cooperation Committee Meeting, Vienna, Austria, November 17, 2020. Read More»
IAEA TACC: U.S. on the Agency’s Proposed Program for 2021
As delivered at the IAEA Technical Assistance and Cooperation Committee Meeting, Vienna, Austria, November 16, 2020. Read More»
PRESS RELEASE: United States announces $50 million commitment to IAEA’s Peaceful Uses Initiative
Ambassador Wolcott announced on Monday that the United States is committed to providing $50 million in voluntary contributions to the IAEA through 2024 to support the IAEA’s Peaceful Uses Initiative. Read More»
Op-Ed: Why the United States is supporting the Peaceful Uses Initiative
Support for the PUI demonstrates the ongoing commitment of the United States to fulfill our NPT Article IV undertaking to facilitate the fullest possible exchange of nuclear technology for peaceful purposes. Read More»
Celebrating 10 Years of the IAEA’s Peaceful Uses Initiative
With support from the United States, the IAEA established the Peaceful Uses Initiative (PUI) in 2010 as a quick and responsive way to allow Member States to provide funds for extra-budgetary projects in the area of peaceful application of nuclear technology. Read More»
Ambassador’s Remarks at IAEA Virtual Event on the 10th Anniversary of the Peaceful Uses Initiative
Remarks by U.S. Ambassador Jackie Wolcott at the IAEA Virtual Event for the 10th Anniversary of the Peaceful Uses Initiative November 9, 2020 Vienna, Austria Virtual WebEx Platform [event in progress] MODERATOR: Excellency, the United States proposed and has nurtured the PUI for the last ten years. What made the United States propose ... Read More»
What’s Up with Nuclear Science?
Nuclear science has innumerable applications, and the United States supports various agreements and initiatives that promote global cooperation in the development of these sorts of peaceful uses. Read More»
PRESS RELEASE: United States announces $5.75 million contribution to IAEA ReNuAL 2 project
This allocation is in addition to the over $17 million provided by the United States since 2014 to support earlier phases of ReNuAL, bringing total U.S. support for IAEA laboratory renovations to approximately $23 million. Read More»
PRESS RELEASE: U.S. Support for nuclear technologies improves and saves lives around the world
The United States contributes millions of dollars each year to support the IAEA’s work to promote the safe, secure, and peaceful uses of nuclear science and technology. Read More»
PRESS RELEASE: United States contributes additional $2 million to IAEA to help diagnose and prevent zoonotic diseases
The United States is allocating an additional $1.9 million to the IAEA’s Network of Veterinary Diagnostics Laboratories (VETLAB) in Africa and Asia. Read More»
IAEA General Conference: U.S. Statement on the Approval of the Nuclear Security Resolution
The United States believes any threat against a civilian nuclear facility or other civilian infrastructure is unacceptable. Read More»
PRESS RELEASE: U.S. funding to IAEA Supports Cancer Treatment in Libya
The U.S. Department of Energy’s National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) is allocating $200,000 in funding to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) to enhance radiotherapy services in Libya. Read More»
PRESS RELEASE: U.S. funding to IAEA Supports Cancer Treatment in Egypt
The U.S. Department of Energy’s National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) is allocating $1 million in funding to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) to help Egypt enhance radiation therapy for cancer patients through the provision of a medical linear accelerator, or “LINAC.” Read More»
PRESS RELEASE: U.S. funding to IAEA Supports Cancer Treatment in Mexico
The U.S. Department of Energy’s National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) is allocating $1.3 million in funding to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) to assist Mexico in improving cancer management through the provision of a medical linear accelerator, or “LINAC.” Read More»
President Trump’s Message to the 2020 IAEA General Conference
On behalf of the United States, I wish all of you a productive IAEA General Conference and look forward to continuing to work together to address these critical issues. Read More»
U.S. National Statement at the 64th IAEA General Conference
Through our partnership in the IAEA, our responsible nations will continue to work toward a brighter future that includes the peaceful use of nuclear power. Read More»
IAEA BoG – U.S. on Any Other Business
U.S. Statement on Any Other Business, as delivered by Ambassador Jackie Wolcott under Agenda Item 12 at the IAEA Board of Governors Meeting, Sept. 17, 2020. Read More»
IAEA BoG – U.S. on the Application of IAEA Safeguards in the Middle East
U.S. Statement on Application of IAEA Safeguards in the Middle East, as delivered by Ambassador Jackie Wolcott under Agenda Item 10 at the IAEA Board of Governors Meeting, Sept. 17, 2020. Read More»
IAEA BoG – U.S. on Nuclear Verification: NPT Safeguards Agreement with Iran
U.S. Statement on Nuclear Verification: NPT Safeguards Agreement with Iran, as delivered by Ambassador Jackie Wolcott under Agenda Item 9(c) at the IAEA Board of Governors Meeting, Sep. 16, 2020. Read More»
IAEA BoG – U.S. on NPT Safeguards Implementation in Syria
U.S. Statement on Implementation of the NPT Safeguards Agreement in the Syrian Arab Republic, as delivered under Agenda Item 9(b) at the IAEA Board of Governors Meeting, Sept.16, 2020. Read More»
IAEA BoG – U.S. on the Application of Safeguards in the DPRK
U.S. Statement on Application of Safeguards in the DPRK, as delivered by Ambassador Jackie Wolcott under Agenda Item 9(a) at the IAEA Board of Governors Meeting, Sept.16, 2020. Read More»
IAEA BoG – U.S. on Verification and Monitoring in Iran
U.S. Statement on [?], as delivered by Ambassador Jackie Wolcott under Agenda Item 8 at the IAEA Board of Governors Meeting, Sept. 16, 2020. Read More»
IAEA BoG – U.S. on Strengthening the Agency’s Activities Related to Nuclear Science, Technology, and Applications
U.S. Statement on Strengthening the Agency’s Activities Related to Nuclear Science, Technology, and Applications, as delivered by Ambassador Jackie Wolcott under Agenda Item 7 at the IAEA Board of Governors Meeting, Sept. 15, 2020. Read More»
IAEA BoG – U.S. on Nuclear Security
U.S. Statement on Nuclear Security, as delivered by Ambassador Jackie Wolcott under Agenda Item 6 at the IAEA Board of Governors Meeting, Sept. 15, 2020. Read More»
IAEA BoG – U.S. on Nuclear and Radiation Safety
U.S. Statement on Nuclear and Radiation Safety, as delivered by Ambassador Jackie Wolcott under Agenda Item 5 at the IAEA Board of Governors Meeting, Sept. 14, 2020. Read More»
IAEA BoG – U.S. on the Program Performance Report for 2018-2019
U.S. Statement on the Program Performance Report for 2018-2019, as delivered by Alternate Permanent Representative Louis L. Bono under Agenda Item 4 at the IAEA Board of Governors Meeting, Sep. 14, 2020. Read More»
IAEA BoG – U.S. on the ZODIAC Project
U.S. Statement on the Zoonotic Disease Integrated Action (ZODIAC) Project, as delivered by Ambassador Jackie Wolcott under Agenda Item 3 at the IAEA Board of Governors Meeting, Sept. 14, 2020. Read More»
IAEA BoG – U.S. on Applications for Membership of the Agency
U.S. Statement on Applications for Membership of the Agency, as delivered by Ambassador Jackie Wolcott under Agenda Item 2 at the IAEA Board of Governors Meeting, Sept. 14, 2020. Read More»
The United States at the IAEA Board of Governors Meeting, September 2020
The IAEA Board of Governors meets September 2020. Click here for the U.S. statements. Read More»
Statement by Ambassador Jackie Wolcott
Iran’s continued nuclear escalations are deeply troubling and threaten to undermine the broader nonproliferation regime. Read More»
IAEA BoG – U.S. on the Iran Safeguards Resolution
U.S. Explanation of Vote Statement on the Iran Safeguards Resolution, as delivered by Ambassador Jackie Wolcott at the IAEA Board of Governors Meeting, Jun. 19, 2020. Read More»
IAEA BoG – U.S. on Any Other Business
U.S. Statement on Any Other Business, as submitted to the Board under Agenda Item 11 at the IAEA Board of Governors Meeting, Jun. 18, 2020. Read More»
The United States at the IAEA Board of Governors Meeting, June 15 – 19, 2020
The IAEA Board of Governors meets June 15 – 19. Click here for the U.S. statements. Read More»
IAEA BoG – U.S. on NPT Safeguards Agreement in Iran
U.S. Statement on NPT Safeguards Agreement in Iran, as submitted to the Board at the IAEA Board of Governors Meeting, Jun. 18, 2020. Read More»
IAEA BoG – U.S. on IAEA Efforts During the COVID-19 Pandemic
U.S. Statement on IAEA Efforts During the COVID-19 Pandemic, as delivered by Alternate Permanent Representative Keith Anderton under Agenda Item 10 at the IAEA Board of Governors Meeting, Jun. 17, 2020. Read More»
IAEA BoG – U.S. on Implementation of the NPT Safeguards Agreement in Syria
U.S. Statement on Implementation of the NPT Safeguards Agreement in Syria, as as submitted to the Board under Agenda Item 6(d) at the IAEA Board of Governors Meeting, Jun. 17, 2020. Read More»
IAEA BoG – U.S. on the Application of Safeguards in the DPRK
U.S. Statement on Nuclear Verification – Application of Safeguards in the DPRK, as delivered by Ambassador Jackie Wolcott under Agenda Item 6(c) at the IAEA Board of Governors Meeting, Jun. 17, 2020. Read More»
IAEA BoG – U.S. on the Safeguards Implementation Report for 2019
U.S. Statement on the Safeguards Implementation Report for 2019, as delivered by Alternate Permanent Representative Keith Anderton under Agenda Item 6(b) at the IAEA Board of Governors Meeting, Jun. 16, 2020. Read More»
IAEA BoG – U.S. on Verification and Monitoring in Iran
U.S. Statement on Verification and Monitoring in the Islamic Republic of Iran in Light of United Nations Security Council Resolution 2231, as delivered by Ambassador Jackie Wolcott under Agenda Item 5 at the IAEA Board of Governors Meeting, Jun. 16, 2020. Read More»
IAEA BoG – U.S. on the Report of the Program and Budget Committee
U.S. Statement on the Report of the Program and Budget Committee, as delivered by Alternate Permanent Representative Keith Anderton under Agenda Item 4 at the IAEA Board of Governors Meeting, Jun. 16, 2020. Read More»
IAEA BoG – U.S. on the Technical Cooperation Report for 2019
U.S. Statement on the Technical Cooperation Report for 2019, as delivered by Ambassador Jackie Wolcott under Agenda Item 3 at the IAEA Board of Governors Meeting, Jun. 16, 2020. Read More»
IAEA BoG – U.S. on the Annual Report for 2019
U.S. Statement on the 2019 Annual Report, as delivered by Ambassador Jackie Wolcott under Agenda Item 2 at the IAEA Board of Governors Meeting, Jun. 15, 2020. Read More»
U.S. Supports Environmentally Friendly Technique to Control Disease Transmitting Mosquitoes
U.S. Mission to International Organizations in Vienna Vienna, Austria June 15, 2020 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE U.S. Supports Environmentally Friendly Technique to Control Disease Transmitting Mosquitoes U.S. Ambassador to International Organizations in Vienna Jackie Wolcott announced today that the United States is allocating $733,500 to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) for the development and validation of the sterile-insect ... Read More»
U.S. Supports Creation of Tsetse-free Zones in Senegal
U.S. Mission to International Organizations in Vienna Vienna, Austria June 15, 2020 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE U.S. Supports Creation of Tsetse-free Zones in Senegal U.S. Ambassador to International Organizations in Vienna Jackie Wolcott announced today that the United States is providing $436,600 to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) to improve livestock productivity in West ... Read More»
U.S. Statements on IAEA Safeguards in Iran
U.S. official and press statements made during the June 2020 meeting of the IAEA Board of Governors concerning nuclear activities in Iran. Read More»
PRESS RELEASE: U.S. Contributions to IAEA to Combat COVID-19 Reach $11 Million
U.S. Mission to International Organizations in Vienna Vienna, Austria April 14, 2020 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE U.S. Contributions to IAEA to Combat COVID-19 Reach $11 Million The United States is allocating an additional $5 million in voluntary contributions to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) to combat the COVID-19 outbreak around the world, bringing total U.S. contributions to the Agency’s efforts to fight the disease to $11 ... Read More»
PRESS RELEASE: U.S. announces additional $5 million in funding to IAEA to Combat COVID-19 Outbreak
This contribution follows a previous contribution of $1.0 million that the United States gave to the IAEA to provide training and procure COVID-19 diagnosis and biosafety equipment. Read More»
PRESS RELEASE: U.S. announces $1 million in funding to IAEA to Combat COVID-19 Outbreak
U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo announced today in Washington that the United States is supporting the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) to combat the COVID-19 outbreak. Read More»
IAEA BoG – U.S. on Implementation of NPT Safeguards in Iran
U.S. Statement on the NPT Safeguards Agreement with the Islamic Republic of Iran, as delivered by Ambassador Jackie Wolcott under Agenda Item 6(e) at the IAEA Board of Governors Meeting, Mar. 11, 2020. Read More»
IAEA BoG – U.S. on NPT Implementation in Syria
U.S. Statement on Implementation of the NPT Safeguards Agreement in the Syrian Arab Republic, as delivered by Alternate Permanent Representative Keith Anderton under Agenda Item 6(d) at the IAEA Board of Governors Meeting, Mar. 11, 2020. Read More»
IAEA BoG – U.S. on Safeguards in DPRK
U.S. Statement on the Application of Safeguards in the DPRK, as delivered by Ambassador Jackie Wolcott under Agenda Item 6c at the IAEA Board of Governors Meeting, Mar. 11, 2020. Read More»
IAEA BoG – U.S. on Conclusion of Safeguards Agreements and of Additional Protocols with Eritrea
U.S. Statement on the Conclusion of Safeguards Agreements and of Additional Protocols, as delivered by Ambassador Jackie Wolcott under Agenda Item 6(a) at the IAEA Board of Governors Meeting, Mar. ??, 2020. Read More»
IAEA BoG – U.S. on Verification and Monitoring in Iran
U.S. Statement on Verification and Monitoring in Iran, as delivered by Ambassador Jackie Wolcott under Agenda Item 5 at the IAEA Board of Governors Meeting, Mar. 11, 2020. Read More»
Joint Statement on the Fiftieth Anniversary of the NPT Treaty
Joint Statement by the Foreign Ministers of China, France, Russia, the United Kingdom, and the United States on the Fiftieth Anniversary of the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons. Read More»
IAEA BoG – U.S. on Strengthening IAEA Nuclear Science, Technology and Applications Activities
U.S. Statement on Strengthening the Agency’s Activities Related to Nuclear Science, Technology, and Applications, as delivered by Ambassador Jackie Wolcott under Agenda Item 4 at the IAEA Board of Governors Meeting, Mar. 10, 2020. Read More»
IAEA BoG – U.S. on the Nuclear Safety Review 2020
U.S. Statement on Nuclear and Radiation Safety: Nuclear Safety Review 2020, as delivered by Ambassador Jackie Wolcott under Agenda Item 3 at the IAEA Board of Governors Meeting, Mar. 9, 2020. Read More»
IAEA BoG – U.S. on Application of Samoa
U.S. Statement on Applications for Membership of the Agency, as delivered by Ambassador Jackie Wolcott under Agenda Item 2 at the IAEA Board of Governors Meeting, Mar. 9, 2020. Read More»
The United States at the IAEA Board of Governors Meeting, March 9 – 12, 2020
The first IAEA Board of Governors meeting of 2020 takes place March 9 – 13. Click here for the U.S. statements. Read More»
NPT 50th Anniversary
On March 5, 2020, the world celebrated the 50th anniversary of the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty. Read More»
PRESS RELEASE: United States Contributes Over $1.75 Million to IAEA to Support Countries’ Nuclear Power Programs
U.S. Mission to International Organizations in Vienna Vienna, Austria February 28, 2020 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE United States Contributes Over $1.75 Million to IAEA to Support Countries’ Nuclear Power Programs The United States informed the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) on February 26 that it will allocate $1,758,056 to support IAEA member states seeking to embark on nuclear power programs or expand their current capabilities in order to facilitate the safe, secure ... Read More»
The Enduring Imperative of Nuclear Security
Op-ed by Lisa E. Gordon-Hagerty, Administrator of the National Nuclear Security Administration. Read More»
ICONS 2020 – U.S. National Progress Report
Since the 2016 International Atomic Energy Agency ICONS, the United States has strengthened nuclear and radioactive material security. Read More»
ICONS 2020 – U.S. National Statement
As delivered by Secretary of Energy Dan Brouillette at the 2020 IAEA Conference on Nuclear Security (ICONS). Read More»
PRESS RELEASE: U.S. Provides $500,000 to the IAEA to Enhance Cancer Treatment in Egypt
On January 30, the U.S. Department of Energy’s National Nuclear Security Administration allocated $500,000 to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) to enhance the quality of cancer treatment in Egypt. Read More»
PRESS RELEASE: World Cancer Day 2020 – The U.S. Fights Cancer with Contributions to the IAEA
U.S. Mission to International Organizations in Vienna Vienna, Austria February 4, 2020 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE World Cancer Day 2020 – The United States Fights Cancer with Contributions to the IAEA The United States is leading the fight against cancer with contributions to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) totaling more than $6.8 million since 2016 ... Read More»
PRESS RELEASE: U.S. Provides $226,000 to IAEA to Establish Radiotherapy Center in Sierra Leone
On January 2, 2020, the U.S. Mission to International Organizations in Vienna allocated $226,000 in U.S. funding to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) to help establish a radiotherapy center to provide treatment to cancer patients in Sierra Leone. Read More»
IAEA Board of Governors – U.S. Statement on Nuclear Security
U.S. Statement on Agenda Item 4: Nuclear Security. 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»
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»
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
Secretary of Energy Rick Perry announces $1.1 million contribution to power IAEA labs U.S. Secretary of Energy Rick Perry announced today that the United States will contribute $1,163,090 to fund a new energy center at the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) nuclear applications laboratories. Read More»
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: 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. National Statement to the IAEA General Conference
International Atomic Energy Agency 61st IAEA General Conference 18-22 September 2017 U.S. National Statement U.S. Secretary of Energy Rick Perry Thank you, Ambassador Maria Zeneida Angara Collinson. Congratulations on your election as President of this Conference. I also want to thank Director General Amano for his outstanding service. Since 2009, the IAEA has ... Read More»
U.S. Statement to the IAEA General Conference on North Korea
International Atomic Energy Agency 61st IAEA General Conference 18-22 September 2017 US Remarks on the Adoption of the 2017 DPRK GC Resolution Nicole Shampaine, Chargé d’affaires U.S. Mission to International Organizations in Vienna Madame President, The United States welcomes the unanimous adoption of this year’s general conference resolution on the implementation of safeguards in the ... Read More»
U.S. Statement to the IAEA Board of Governors: Any Other Business
IAEA Board of Governors Meeting September 11-15, 2017 Agenda Item 9: Any Other Business U.S. Statement as delivered by Chargé d’Affaires a.i. Nicole Shampaine Mr. Chairman, For the sake of efficiency, I would like to address a number of issues under AOB in one consolidated statement. I apologize in advance for its length. ... Read More»
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 the Application of IAEA Safeguards in the Middle East
IAEA Board of Governors Meeting September 11-15, 2017 Agenda Item 8(a) Application of IAEA Safeguards in the Middle East U.S. Statement as delivered by Chargé d’Affaires a.i. Nicole Shampaine Thank you, Mr. Chairman. The United States thanks the Director General for his clear and factual report on the “Application of IAEA ... Read More»
U.S. Statement to the IAEA Board of Governors on North Korea
IAEA Board of Governors Meeting September 11-15, 2017 Agenda Item 7(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. Chairman. The United States condemns in the strongest possible terms the DPRK’s unlawful nuclear and ballistic ... 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 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»
Latest North Korean Developments: U.S. Statements
Please find below statements on recent developments in North Korea by President Trump and senior U.S. Government Officials. Press Releases: Remarks at the UN Security Council Ministerial Meeting on D.P.R.K. 12/15/2017 11:27 AM EST Remarks Rex W. Tillerson Secretary of State United Nations New York City December 15, 2017 SECRETARY TILLERSON: Good afternoon and ... 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
Statement by the United States in General Debate First Session of the Preparatory Committee for the 2020 Review Conference of the Parties to the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons As Delivered by Ambassador Robert A. Wood Permanent Representative of the United States to the Conference on Disarmament Vienna, May 2, 2017 ... Read More»
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