More than 25 UAE organizations sent representatives to a two-week Abu Dhabi course on nuclear and radiation emergency response, part of an effort to improve coordination among government teams, Gulf News reported.
The Federal Authority for Nuclear Regulation (FANR) organized the International Atomic Energy Agency’s (IAEA) School of Radiation Emergency Management in cooperation with the IAEA and Abu Dhabi Civil Defence Authority (ADCDA). The program ran Oct. 12-23 and included lectures, practical sessions and exercises on emergency planning, response procedures and coordination during incidents, the report said.
FANR Director-General Hamad Al Kaabi pointed to recent geopolitical developments as a reason for the UAE to maintain readiness for nuclear or radiological incidents. He said the country was investing in training and international cooperation to improve response capabilities and protect the public, workers and the environment.
ADCDA Director-General Major General Salem Abdullah bin Barrak Al Dhaheri said effective responses depend on continued training, clear emergency plans and coordination among specialist teams.
Gulf News reported that the IAEA has run the school in different countries since 2015. The outlet described it as part of the agency’s Technical Cooperation Programme, which supports countries in building technical expertise and safety capabilities.
