{
  "id": 16352643,
  "title": "Ukraine Begins Accession Process to OECD Nuclear Energy Agency, Shmyhal",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/24/ukraine-begins-accession-process-to-oecd-nuclear-energy-agency-shmyhal",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-24T16:14:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "UATV English",
    "slug": "uatv-english",
    "url": "https://uatv.ua/en/ukraine-begins-accession-process-to-oecd-nuclear-energy-agency-shmyhal/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Ukraine has commenced the procedure to become a member of the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development's (OECD) Nuclear Energy Agency (NEA), First Deputy Prime Minister and Energy Minister Denys Shmyhal announced, according to UATV English. The NEA's Steering Committee endorsed the launch of this accession process. The subsequent phase will involve an NEA assessment mission to examine Ukraine's nuclear sector, technical capabilities, and its institutional and legal frameworks. Ukraine's eventual membership hinges on the mission's findings and subsequent decisions made by the agency's member countries. Shmyhal expressed gratitude to OECD Secretary-General Mathias Cormann and NEA Director-General William Magwood for their support of Ukraine's accession efforts. He emphasized that accession represents a significant stride towards full OECD membership, European integration, and the implementation of top-tier nuclear safety standards. Membership would enable Ukraine to engage more actively in the NEA's expert committees and working groups, enhance scientific and technical collaboration, foster research, and bolster professional training. Shmyhal also noted that Ukraine is prepared to contribute its own expertise, highlighting the nation's extensive experience in operating and modernizing nuclear power plants, nuclear safety, radioactive waste management, and the development of emerging nuclear technologies. This experience, particularly during Russia's full-scale invasion, could benefit the global community in improving crisis preparedness and risk management. Ukraine had previously submitted an application to join the NEA. The NEA operates under the OECD framework, advocating for international cooperation on the scientific, technological, and legal frameworks for the safe, environmentally responsible, and economically viable peaceful utilization of nuclear energy.",
  "summary": "Ukraine is beginning the process of joining the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development’s Nuclear Energy Agency (NEA) after the agency’s Steering Committee supported launching the accession process, First Deputy Prime Minister and Energy Minister Denys Shmyhal announced, UATV English reports. The next step will be an NEA assessment mission to evaluate Ukraine’s nuclear sector,…",
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}