Seven Indispensable Pillars of Nuclear Safety and Security
By Muhammed Ali Alkis for Indian Strategic Studies Forum
Nuclear technology is an essential part of global solutions for all humanity. Yet, nuclear technology has been seriously concerned for various reasons, some of which are recently human-made tensions. In this regard, the recent Russian invasion of Ukraine caused tensions as Ukrainian nuclear power plants (NPP) have become a part of the invasion. Although nuclear power plants have a more robust protection infrastructure, it is clear that they are not designed for war zones. In this vein, the article evaluates the Seven Indispensable Pillars of Nuclear Safety and Security which were outlined by the Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) at a meeting of the IAEA’s Board of Governors on 2 March, convened to address the safety, security and safeguards implications of the situation in Ukraine. The article will highlight and overview the importance of the Seven Pillars, which gained worldwide support from the Member States.