Within the framework of the High Solicitude with which His Majesty King Mohammed VI, may God assist Him, surrounds deserving national executives and competencies, an official ceremony for the presentation of Royal Decorations was held at the headquarters of the Moroccan Agency for Nuclear and Radiological Safety and Security (AMSSNuR).

On this occasion, Mr. Saïd MOULINE, Director General of AMSSNuR, presented the Royal Decorations bestowed by His Majesty the King upon Ms. Rachida EL GAMOUSSI, Director of the Department of Ionizing Radiation, and Mr. Taib MARFAK, Director of the Department of Nuclear Safety and Security and Safeguards.

This Royal distinction crowns their constant commitment, exemplary professionalism and significant contribution to strengthening the national nuclear and radiological safety and security framework.

In his address, the Director General expressed his pride and appreciation towards the recipients, emphasizing that these Royal Decorations constitute the highest mark of recognition for professional careers characterized by rigor, expertise and a strong sense of responsibility. He also recalled that AMSSNuR’s mission is part of a dynamic of continuous improvement, in line with the Kingdom’s strategic orientations in the fields of nuclear safety, radiological security and environmental protection.

The presentation of these distinctions reflects recognition of the efforts made by the Agency’s executives to ensure compliance with national and international standards in nuclear safety and security, while consolidating AMSSNuR’s institutional credibility and performance.

Through this distinction, all the Agency’s teams are honored, reflecting the collective commitment to serving the public interest and the noble mission of Protecting People and the Environment, the founding motto of AMSSNuR.

Rabat, February 9, 2026 – In the framework of its ongoing cooperation with the Office of Radiological Security under the United States Department of Energy, the Moroccan Agency for Nuclear and Radiological Safety and Security (AMSSNR) is holding a four-day national training workshop on response to nuclear and radiological security incidents, from February 9 to 12, 2026, in Rabat.

The workshop builds on a training program jointly launched by the Agency and the Office of Radiological Security in January 2024, with the shared goal of strengthening national response capacities in situations involving radioactive sources that are lost, stolen, or outside regulatory oversight.

In his opening address, AMSSNR Secretary General Mr. Reda NOUR underscored the strategic significance of the workshop, calling for greater alignment between the national vision and the active involvement of all relevant institutions. This approach, he emphasized, is essential to ensuring seamless coordination of response operations and fostering a common understanding of the scope and complexity of challenges inherent to nuclear and radiological security.

Mr. NOUR also highlighted the workshop’s pivotal role in training future national instructors, who will be tasked with cascading acquired knowledge and contributing durably to the reinforcement of the national nuclear and radiological security framework — in full conformity with the applicable legislative and regulatory landscape and established international best practices.

The session brings together more than twelve representatives from agencies responsible for security, safety, and national defense, all of whom are positioned to subsequently serve as trainers in response operations.

The core objective of the training is to equip future instructors with a thorough command of the national legislative and regulatory framework governing nuclear and radiological safety and security, an understanding of the risks posed by ionizing radiation to first responders, an awareness of threats targeting radioactive sources, knowledge of physical protection systems for relevant facilities and activities, and familiarity with emergency response planning.

The programme further incorporates practical exercises and tabletop simulation drills, along with operational scenarios designed to develop on-site response plans, investigation procedures, and technical verification protocols.

The workshop is co-facilitated by experts from the American Office and the AMSSNR, in collaboration with other relevant national authorities — creating a dynamic forum for knowledge exchange and the sharing of best practices in preparedness, inter-agency coordination, and the management of radiological incidents.

Through this initiative, the Moroccan Agency for Nuclear and Radiological Safety and Security reaffirms its sustained commitment to advancing national capabilities and consolidating nuclear and radiological security systems, in close partnership with its American counterparts and in alignment with international standards.

The Moroccan Agency for Nuclear and Radiological Safety and Security (AMSSNuR) organized a national workshop in Rabat from 8 to 12 December 2025, dedicated to assessing the environmental impact of artificial radionuclides and naturally occurring radioactive materials, commonly referred to as NORM (Naturally Occurring Radioactive Materials).

This event was held within the framework of the sustained technical cooperation between the Kingdom of Morocco and the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). It reflects AMSSNuR’s determination to strengthen the national nuclear and radiological safety infrastructure on a lasting basis, in full alignment with international standards and best practices.

Led by high-level experts from the IAEA, the workshop brought together representatives from the main national institutions involved in the management, monitoring, and regulation of sources of ionizing radiation. Researchers, regulators, technicians, and public decision-makers were invited to pool their expertise around a shared objective: enhancing the reliability of radiological and environmental impact assessments while strengthening the protection of populations and ecosystems.

Key discussions focused on methodologies for assessing radiological impacts on the environment, the use of data derived from environmental radioactivity monitoring, and approaches to accurately estimate doses received by members of the public. These issues are particularly significant in a context where certain industrial, mining, or medical activities may involve the use of artificial radionuclides or the presence of NORM.

The workshop also featured an in-depth presentation of the IAEA’s reference publications on environmental impact assessment and public dose calculations. These documents constitute essential normative tools for regulatory authorities and operators, providing internationally harmonized and proven methodological frameworks.

Beyond the theoretical dimension, case studies and practical sessions played a central role. Participants worked on concrete scenarios involving facilities or activities using artificial radionuclides or naturally occurring radioactive materials. These exercises aimed to strengthen operational skills and promote effective ownership of radiological environmental impact assessment tools.

Through this dynamic of cooperation and capacity building, AMSSNuR reaffirms its commitment to responsible radiological risk management, placing the protection of public health and the environment at the heart of its strategic priorities. A strong signal commensurate with the current and future challenges associated with the safe and peaceful use of nuclear and radiological technologies.

Rabat, 26 November 2025
The Moroccan Agency for Nuclear and Radiological Security and Safety held the ninth session of its Board of Directors, an occasion dedicated to reviewing the achievements accomplished during the year and presenting its strategic orientations for the upcoming period.

In her opening remarks as Chair of the session, Ms. Leïla Benali, Minister of Energy Transition and Sustainable Development, emphasized the strategic importance of the Agency’s role in strengthening nuclear and radiological security and safety in the Kingdom, in full alignment with the national legislative framework and the strictest international standards. She also highlighted the progress made in implementing the provisions of Law No. 142-12.

In the context of international cooperation, Ms. Benali recalled Morocco’s commitments at the global level in matters of nuclear and radiological security and safety, as well as the dedication of national stakeholders to honour these commitments.

For his part, Mr. Saïd Mouline, Director General of the Agency, presented the key developments achieved in 2025, particularly in the fields of international and regional cooperation. These efforts led to the renewal of practical arrangements with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), aimed at strengthening national capacities in emergency preparedness and response, as well as in nuclear security. He also noted that Morocco, for the first time, obtained the highest level of full transparency in nuclear safeguards granted by the IAEA.

Mr. Mouline pointed to the growing dynamism in the health sector, reflected in the significant increase in authorization requests and inspection operations, which necessitates continuous reinforcement of human resources and logistical means to keep pace with this evolution and meet the needs of the various sectors regulated by the Agency.

The Board’s deliberations were marked by seriousness and a spirit of consensus, as members agreed on the need to maintain and intensify ongoing efforts. They commended the reforms and progress achieved by the Agency and expressed their support for its mission to protect humans and the environment from risks associated with the use of ionizing radiation sources.

This ninth session reaffirms the Agency’s commitment to strengthening transparency and good governance, while further consolidating its strategic role within the national system for nuclear and radiological security and safety.