Ashraf AboArafe
ON Monday, August 31, 2026, Egyptian Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation, and Expatriates, Dr. Badr Abdelatty, held a phone call with Rafael Grossi, Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA).
The discussion centered on advancing bilateral cooperation between Egypt and the IAEA, preparing for the upcoming IAEA General Conference scheduled for mid-September, and reviewing pressing regional developments, including the Iranian nuclear file.
Key Highlights of the Discussion
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Expanding Technical Cooperation: Minister Abdelatty expressed appreciation for the IAEA’s ongoing technical assistance, which plays a pivotal role in advancing Egypt’s peaceful nuclear program—a sector that has experienced unprecedented growth in recent years. He also highlighted the importance of leveraging Egyptian expertise within the Agency.
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Progress on the El-Dabaa Nuclear Power Plant: IAEA Director General Grossi recalled his recent visit to New Alamein, where he attended the installation ceremony for the reactor pressure vessel of the second unit at the El-Dabaa plant. He commended the rapid progress of El-Dabaa—one of Africa’s largest peaceful nuclear projects—and lauded Egypt’s commitment to continuous, high-level coordination.
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Regional Dynamics: Both sides underscored the importance of sustained dialogue to maintain stability in the region while ensuring the strictly peaceful application of nuclear technology.
