The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), established in 1957, is an autonomous intergovernmental organization within the United Nations, headquartered in Vienna, Austria. It promotes the safe, secure, and peaceful use of nuclear technology, while
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preventing its use for military purposes, including nuclear weapons. Inspired by U.S. President Dwight D. Eisenhower’s 1953 “Atoms for Peace” speech, the IAEA’s mission is to
advance nuclear cooperation and ensure compliance with nonproliferation agreements such as the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT).
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Recent posts on X highlight India’s Defence Minister Rajnath Singh urging IAEA oversight of Pakistan’s nuclear facilities due to concerns over nuclear threats, though the IAEA has stated there’s no evidence of radiation leaks from Pakistani facilities
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With 180 member countries by November 2024, the IAEA protects, provides technical assistance, and supports applications in energy, health, agriculture, and the environment. It employs about 2,500 staff and
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operates regional offices in Toronto, Tokyo, New York, Geneva, and research centers in Seibersdorf, Monaco, and Trieste. The agency’s work includes monitoring nuclear facilities
such as Ukraine’s Zaporizhzhya plant and developing safety standards through initiatives such as the International Centre for Seismic Safety.
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