Dominican Republic Successfully Eradicate Mediterranean Fruit Fly Infestation in Record Time
In record time, the Dominican Republic was able to successfully contain a new incursion of the Mediterranean fruit fly, a highly destructive pest threatening agricultural production worldwide in 2024. Continue reading
IAEA Reviews Progress of the Philippines’ Nuclear Infrastructure Development
As the Philippines embarks on the development of the country’s nuclear power programme, it is making progress in developing the necessary nuclear infrastructure, according to an IAEA review mission that concluded today. Continue reading
Update 263 – IAEA Director General Statement on Situation in Ukraine
Ukraine’s three operating NPPs have largely restored their electricity production after sharply reducing output last week as a precautionary step due to renewed attacks on the country’s increasingly fragile energy grid, Director General Rafael Mariano ... Continue reading
IAEA Building “Strong Cooperation” with Uzbekistan in Nuclear Energy and Health
The IAEA Director General has been in Uzbekistan this week as part of ongoing support to the country’s plans to harness nuclear science for its development, including through SMRs and a new cancer hospital. Continue reading
IAEA Mission Finds Ghana Committed to Nuclear and Radiation Safety, Encourages Continued Improvements
An International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) team of experts has commended Ghana for its commitment to the continuous improvement of nuclear and radiation safety as the country advances its plans to develop a nuclear power programme. Continue reading
IAEA Profile: Harnessing Technology to Build Connections and Protect Data
“I was fascinated by the idea that someone on one side of the world could communicate with someone on the other side because of technology. It really spoke to me,” says Rutendo Zvirawa, reflecting on what inspired her to pursue a career in information ... Continue reading
Bolivia to Strengthen Cancer Control Systems Based on Review Mission Recommendations
Bolivia has taken a critical step towards strengthening its cancer control system by hosting an imPACT Review mission led by the IAEA, the World Health Organization (WHO), and the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC). Continue reading
IAEA Mission Says Bulgaria is Committed to a High Level of Nuclear and Radiation Safety; Sees Areas for Further Enhancement
An International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) team of experts said Bulgaria has a comprehensive and robust regulatory framework for nuclear and radiation safety covering all facilities and activities. Continue reading