RIYADH: Rafael Grossi, the head of the International Atomic Energy Agency, held talks with the Saudi foreign minister, Prince Faisal bin Farhan, and energy minister, Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman, in Riyadh on Wednesday.
Grossi and Prince Faisal discussed regional developments and ways in which international action on issues of common interest might be strengthened. Abdulrahman Al-Rassi, the deputy minister for multilateral affairs at the Foreign Ministry was also present.
In a separate meeting, Grossi and Prince Abdulaziz talked about enhanced cooperation and the application of international standards for nuclear safety and security.
The officials also discussed preparations for the International Conference on Nuclear and Radiological Emergencies, which will take place in Riyadh from Dec. 1-4. The Kingdom’s Nuclear and Radiological Regulatory Authority is organizing the event in cooperation with the IAEA.
In a message posted on social media platform X, Grossi said his meeting with Prince Abdulaziz highlighted “the excellent and growing cooperation between IAEA and Saudi Arabia, as plans for its civilian nuclear program advance.”
The Kingdom has been working closely with the UN’s nuclear watchdog since 2023 to enhance its infrastructure and capabilities in nuclear and radiation energy, while supporting energy diversification.
