The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has conducted the 35th rotation of personnel for its permanent monitoring mission at the Chornobyl Nuclear Power Plant (NPP).

On November 15, 2024, a new team of specialists arrived at the Chornobyl NPP. This rotation includes highly qualified international experts from Romania and Bulgaria with extensive experience in the nuclear energy sector.

The IAEA representatives oversee compliance with safety indicators at Ukrainian nuclear power plants, analyze data to enhance safety measures, and provide recommendations, particularly under martial law conditions.

Over the next three weeks, the experts will familiarize themselves with the current situation at the plant, inspect equipment and systems, and assess compliance with nuclear and radiation safety regulations.

The IAEA’s monitoring missions across all Ukrainian NPPs are a crucial component of cooperation between Ukraine and the international community in the field of nuclear energy. These missions help maintain high standards of nuclear and radiation safety and security at nuclear facilities.

It is worth noting that during a recent meeting between IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, both parties emphasized the need to expand the mandate of the ongoing IAEA monitoring missions at Ukrainian NPPs. This expansion aims to ensure continuous oversight not only of the nuclear power plants but also of the critical substations essential for their operation.

Furthermore, the IAEA reaffirmed its commitment to providing technical assistance to Ukraine, including support for constructing new nuclear power units in the country.