The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) is doubling down on its collaboration with China to advance peaceful nuclear technology, marking 40 years of teamwork. 🌍 Sophie Boutaud de la Combe, the IAEA’s communications director, praised China’s 'remarkable' progress in nuclear energy, safety, and global sustainability efforts. 🚀
From Labs to Global Impact
China’s expertise in nuclear innovation is now a blueprint for the world. The IAEA highlights projects like the Qinshan nuclear power base and agricultural tech breakthroughs at the Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences. 🇨🇳⚛️ 'China’s sharing its knowledge to help other nations build safe, efficient nuclear programs,' Sophie said during her visit to key sites like the China National Nuclear Corporation.
40 Years of Energy Evolution
Since joining the IAEA in 1984, China has become a major player in nuclear diplomacy and tech development. Liu Jing of the China Atomic Energy Authority stressed the country’s commitment to expanding global partnerships: 'We’re focused on making nuclear benefits accessible to all.' 💡
What’s Next?
Sophie’s tour continues to Guangdong’s Daya Bay nuclear base and Sun Yat-sen University, where cutting-edge research is bridging energy needs and climate goals. 🌱 With China contributing both funds and know-how, this partnership is powering a greener future—one reactor at a time.
