Vienna, Austria – The Moroccan Agency for Nuclear and Radiological Safety and Security (AMSSNuR), represented by its Director General, Mr. Saïd MOULINE, took part in the Steering Committee Meeting of the Regulatory Cooperation Forum (RCF), as well as the related support meeting, organized by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) from 24 to 27 June 2025 in Vienna, Austria.

Established in 2010, the RCF serves as a platform for regulatory bodies from nuclear countries to promote and enhance collaboration and coordination with countries planning to introduce or expand the use of nuclear energy, as well as with relevant international organizations.

During this meeting, RCF members reviewed the progress made in developing regulatory infrastructure among active beneficiary countries, discussed cooperation mechanisms to foster the exchange of knowledge and experiences among members, examined key performance indicators for each cooperation project, and made strategic decisions on policy and implementation matters.

In his high-level intervention, Mr. Mouline presented AMSSNuR’s strategy for strengthening regulatory capacity, reaffirming its commitment to positioning itself as a strong, exemplary, and independent authority, fully dedicated to protecting people and the environment from the harmful effects of ionizing radiation. He highlighted several structuring actions, stressing the importance of enhanced cooperation at both national and international levels with institutions, technical partners such as the IAEA, GNSSN, and RCF, as well as with the academic community.

Mr. Mouline also recalled the establishment of the African School for Radiological Safety Regulators, launched with IAEA support, as a continental platform for training, mentoring, and knowledge exchange aimed at developing regulatory competencies across Africa. He further underscored AMSSNuR’s role as an IAEA Collaborating Centre in emergency preparedness and response, as well as in nuclear security, having hosted over 90 activities since its designation.

Moreover, Mr. Mouline emphasized the significance of AMSSNuR’s ISO 9001 certification for its Integrated Management System, demonstrating its strong commitment to governance, organizational excellence, and continuous improvement.

He also addressed the challenges of sustaining regulatory capabilities, particularly regarding the management of radioactive ores and emergency preparedness, submitting targeted support requests to the RCF.

AMSSNuR’s participation in these meetings once again highlighted its active role in strengthening international cooperation and regulatory vigilance, its strategic involvement in IAEA networks, and its continued commitment to supporting African countries in upgrading their regulatory frameworks.