International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Director General Rafael Mariano Grossi visited Niger for high-level meetings with Prime Minister Ali Lamine Zeine and other senior officials to enhance support for the country through the peaceful uses of nuclear technology for mining, water management and cancer care.
During his two-day visit, he also met with Minister of Foreign Affairs Yaou Sangaré Bakary, Minister of Mines Ousmane Abarchi and Minister of Energy Haoua Amadou to discuss other development priorities, including sustainable energy.
Mining is one of Niger’s main economic activities and Niger is one of the world’s largest uranium producers. The IAEA is ready to support Niger so that it can benefit even more from nuclear techniques to boost sustainability and development. Grossi visited two uranium mines, Compagnie Minière d’Akouta (COMINAK) and the Société des Mines de l’Aïr (SOMAIR).
Commenting on these visits on “X” Grossi said the IAEA “is here to ensure operations remain safe, secure and peaceful—while continuing to support this sector. I welcome strong professionalism, transparency and cooperation I witnessed.”
