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Vice Foreign Minister Ma Zhaoxu Meets with Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency Rafael Mariano Grossi

2023-05-26 23:55

On May 26, 2023, Vice Foreign Minister Ma Zhaoxu met with Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Rafael Mariano Grossi, and exchanged views on cooperation between China and the IAEA.

Ma Zhaoxu said that China attaches great importance to the IAEA’s important role in safeguarding international security and promoting sustainable development, and stands ready to work with the IAEA to jointly advance cooperation in the peaceful use of nuclear energy, safeguard the international nuclear non-proliferation system, and elevate the level of international nuclear security. China hopes that the IAEA will uphold the spirit of objectiveness, impartiality and professionalism, strictly follow the mandate to carry out its duty, defend the authority of the IAEA, and resolve the concerns of all parties on nuclear non-proliferation and nuclear security.

Rafael Mariano Grossi said that the IAEA attaches great importance to China’s standing and role as a major country, appreciates China’s tremendous achievements in developing the nuclear industry, and stands ready to deepen cooperation with China in various fields. The IAEA will strictly follow the mandate to carry out its duty in non-proliferation and nuclear security.

The two sides also exchanged views on nuclear safety and security in Ukraine, the Iranian nuclear issue, and other issues.

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