IAEA Director General in Morocco: Strengthening Action against Cancer and Pandemics

Morocco is a staunch supporter in promoting nuclear science in Africa and will remain a significant player in addressing cancer care access and responding to zoonotic disease outbreaks in the continent, IAEA Director General Rafael Mariano Grossi said this week in Rabat. Mr Grossi was in Morocco for a three-day visit to strengthen IAEA collaboration with the country, tour its nuclear facilities and radiotherapy centres, and meet with its political leaders.

"Morocco is a key player in Africa for triangularly transferring expertise, skills and technology for sustainable development. The IAEA supports Morocco's efforts to promote nuclear science for a safer, healthier, and fairer world," Mr Grossi said in a meeting on Wednesday with Nasser Bourita, Minister of Foreign Affairs, African Cooperation and Moroccan Expatriates. The two spoke on continued collaboration between the IAEA and Morocco, perspectives for Africa, global energy security, nuclear non-proliferation and opportunities for nuclear science in addressing global challenges such as climate change and food security.