Turkmenistan and IAEA strengthen cooperation and capacity building in nuclear security

International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) in cooperation with the Government of Turkmenistan, successfully conducted an Interregional Workshop on a Nuclear Security Regime for Nuclear and Other Radioactive Material Out of Regulatory Control (MORC) in Ashgabat from 20 to 24 April 2026.

As host country, Turkmenistan reaffirms its strong partnership with the IAEA and its commitment to advancing capacity building in nuclear security. The workshop aimed to strengthen participants’ understanding of key principles for developing and sustaining effective national nuclear security regimes addressing material out of regulatory control.

The event brought together policymakers, regulators, law enforcement, military representatives, response organizations, and front-line officers, including customs, and border control.

Participants from Turkmenistan, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Georgia, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Mongolia, Pakistan, the Russian Federation, Tajikistan, Türkiye, and Uzbekistan took part in the workshop, fostering regional cooperation and the exchange of best practices.

Turkmenistan values the continued support of the IAEA and remains committed to strengthening national and regional efforts to ensure robust nuclear security and preparedness.