IAEA chief welcomes S. Korea's nonproliferation commitment amid nuclear submarine plans
WASHINGTON — International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Director General Rafael Grossi has welcomed South Korea's commitment to upholding its nuclear nonproliferation obligations as the country pursues plans for nuclear-powered submarines. Grossi made the remarks in a post on X following discussions with Jeong Yeon-doo, South Korean vice foreign minister for strategy and intelligence, on regional…
International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Director General Rafael Grossi has expressed satisfaction with South Korea's pledge to adhere to its nuclear nonproliferation commitments while developing nuclear-powered submarines. Grossi's comments were made in a post on X following his dialogue with Jeong Yeon-doo, South Korea's vice foreign minister for strategy and intelligence, regarding regional and worldwide nuclear nonproliferation concerns.
"I welcome the Republic of Korea's firm commitment to working closely with the IAEA and fulfilling its non-proliferation obligations, including in the context of its plans for naval nuclear propulsion," Grossi stated. He characterized the meeting with Jeong as a "significant discussion" on nuclear nonproliferation matters in the region and globally.
Grossi also praised South Korea for successfully hosting the International Ministerial Conference on Nuclear Power the previous month and expressed gratitude for Seoul's ongoing support for the IAEA and its mission. In May, South Korea introduced the Jang Bogo N project, which aims to domestically develop and construct nuclear submarines.
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