Saudi Arabia hails Syria's cooperation with IAEA to address outstanding safeguards issues
VIENNA — The Permanent Mission of Saudi Arabia to the United Nations and other international organizations in Vienna hailed Syria's cooperation and transparency with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). This is in terms of facilitating the agency's access to the sites concerned and enabling it to carry out inspection and verification activities in accordance with the steps agreed upon…
The Permanent Mission of Saudi Arabia to the United Nations expressed admiration for Syria's cooperation and openness with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) regarding the resolution of outstanding safeguards issues. This appreciation comes after the two sides agreed on measures that facilitate IAEA's access to specific locations and allow it to carry out inspections and verifications, as outlined in a joint statement issued on August 18, 2026.
The Saudi mission welcomed the joint statement released by the Syrian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates alongside the IAEA, as well as the positive strides in their cooperative relationship. These efforts include the actions taken by the Syrian government to address unresolved safeguards concerns, and announcements made during the IAEA Director General's visit to Syria.
The mission highlighted these developments as significant steps toward resolving outstanding issues, underscoring the importance of such progress. They also expressed gratitude for the IAEA's dedicated efforts, led by Director General Rafael Grossi, emphasizing the agency's crucial role in facilitating the peaceful use of nuclear energy and advancing the Sustainable Development Goals.
Saudi Arabia indicated readiness to continue working and collaborating with IAEA member states to bolster security and stability within the region.
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