Kuwait: Committed to full neutrality and transparency in supporting the IAEA’s role in peaceful uses
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed the State of Kuwait’s gratitude for the confidence placed in it by the member states of the Board of Governors of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), and for their unanimous endorsement, during the session of the Board of Governors held on September 21, 2026, to assume the presidency of the Board of Governors for the 2026–2027 period, representing the Middle East and South Asia (MESA) Group. This reflects the standing enjoyed by the State of Kuwait and its active role in supporting international efforts aimed at enhancing cooperation in the field of peaceful uses of nuclear energy. It also expresses the State’s deep appreciation to the member states of the MESA Group for their support of Kuwait’s candidacy to represent the group in the presidency of the Board of Governors.
The Ministry affirmed the State of Kuwait’s commitment to fulfilling its responsibilities with complete neutrality and transparency, and its dedication to continuing work in a spirit of consensus and cooperation, enhancing constructive dialogue among member states, supporting the Agency’s role in the peaceful uses of nuclear energy, consolidating the nuclear non-proliferation regime, strengthening the Agency’s safeguards and verification system, and upholding the highest standards of nuclear security and safety. It also highlighted the importance of leveraging nuclear science and technology applications for peaceful and developmental purposes, including in the fields of health, food, water, and energy, in a manner that contributes to safeguarding international peace and security and enhances the Board’s capacity to discharge its responsibilities and support the Agency’s efforts in carrying out its mandate in accordance with its Statute and international law.
The Ministry further reaffirmed the State of Kuwait’s full commitment to multilateralism, close cooperation with the IAEA, its member states, the Agency’s bodies, and its Secretariat, and contributing to addressing nuclear challenges through institutional action, dialogue, and international cooperation, thereby supporting the achievement of the Agency’s objectives and the optimal implementation of its mandate.
