Vienna, September 2025 – On the sidelines of the 69th General Conference of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), a ceremony was held in Vienna to mark the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the Moroccan Agency for Nuclear and Radiological Safety and Security (AMSSNuR) and the French Authority for Nuclear Safety and Radiation Protection (ASNR). The ASNR, established on 1 January 2025 following the merger of the French Nuclear Safety Authority (ASN) and the Institute for Radiological Protection and Nuclear Safety (IRSN), embodies France’s renewed regulatory framework. This initiative highlights the shared commitment of both agencies to strengthen bilateral cooperation in nuclear and radiological safety.

The MoU was signed by Mr. Saïd Mouline, Director General of AMSSNuR, and Mr. Pierre-Marie Abadie, President of ASNR, marking a significant milestone for the exchange of information and expertise in several areas, including medical radiation protection, radon risk management, emergency preparedness and response, nuclear facility safety, and specialized training.

This Memorandum establishes a framework of cooperation grounded in equality, reciprocity, and mutual benefit. It covers not only the exchange of scientific and technical information but also the organization of seminars, expert visits, and joint projects. It also defines the principles of confidentiality and intellectual property rights, while clearly stating that the cooperation remains strictly peaceful and non-legally binding.

The signing of this MoU reflects the determination of both authorities to strengthen their institutional ties and reinforce their role in advancing nuclear safety and radiological protection, thereby contributing to the safety and protection of populations and the environment at both national and international levels.