The Armenian nuclear power plant follows the recommendations and guidelines of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) in close cooperation with the Agency. The Agency is confident that Armenia is carrying out serious work regarding the safety of the nuclear power plant. Rafael Grossi, Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency, said this in a conversation with “Armenpress.”
“The nuclear power plant of Armenia follows the recommendations and instructions of the International Atomic Energy Agency. This is very important. Important and necessary repair works took place at the nuclear power plant. So we can continue to operate. The term of operation of the nuclear power plant should be extended for several years, and we are satisfied with how these works have been carried out,” Grossi said.
Referring to the recent letter from the Turkish side addressed to the International Atomic Energy Agency, which requested to take steps to close the Armenian nuclear power plant, Grossi noted that they listened to everyone and gave appropriate explanations. “We listen to everyone. The International Atomic Energy Agency is a global organization. So we listen to everyone. Regarding such concerns, we explain what we are doing and ensure everything is done correctly. I can say that this is not the only case. In other parts of the world, where neighboring countries have certain problems, they approach me and ask what is happening in our neighboring country. We take them seriously, but we provide the answers. The next important circumstance is that Armenia continues to work seriously with us and strengthens the security of the nuclear power plant. We are confident in this issue,” he emphasized.
When asked if the International Atomic Energy Agency plans to take steps to close the Armenian nuclear power plant, Grossi answered: “No, absolutely not. If there is a question related to the nuclear power plant, we will immediately address it to the government and be the first to say that there is a problem and a need to take some action. But at the moment, as I already said, we are confident that the operations can continue,” concluded the General Director of the International Atomic Energy Agency.
