The China Atomic Energy Authority and the International Atomic Energy Agency have signed two key agreements in Beijing, marking a new chapter in nuclear cooperation. Under the agreements, the two sides will strengthen collaboration over the next five years in areas including nuclear technology, the safe and peaceful use of nuclear energy, and in education and training. The signing ceremony was attended by officials from the China Atomic Energy Authority and a delegation led by IAEA Director General Rafael Mariano Grossi. 

HUANG PING, Secretary-general, China Atomic Energy Authority "China and the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) have signed two major cooperation documents. The first document is the country programme framework, which serves as a strategic guide for joint projects between China and the IAEA, covering seven key areas including nuclear and radiation safety and security, agriculture and human health. The second agreement is on education and training in the safe and peaceful use of nuclear technology, which aims to boost talent development. These agreements highlight China's growing role in global nuclear governance and its commitment to peaceful and secure nuclear development."