Atomenergiaagentuur

Atomenergiaagentuur is the Dutch term for the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). The IAEA is an international centre for cooperation in the nuclear field, working with its member states and multiple partners worldwide to promote the safe, secure, and peaceful use of nuclear technologies. Founded in 1957, it is an autonomous organization under the United Nations system. The IAEA's mandate has three main pillars: it works to promote the safe and secure use of nuclear science and technology, to prevent the spread of nuclear weapons, and to promote peace and security. The agency's headquarters are located in Vienna, Austria. Its activities include setting nuclear safety standards, providing technical assistance to countries seeking to use nuclear technology for peaceful purposes such as energy generation and medical applications, and verifying that nuclear materials are not diverted for weapons. The IAEA also plays a crucial role in responding to nuclear incidents and promoting international cooperation on nuclear security.