Burkina Faso / Burkina Faso elected to the IAEA Board of Governors: A giant step forward in global atomic governance
Burkina Faso has been thrust into the international spotlight by being elected to the Board of Governors of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). The election, which took place on 28 September, reflects the confidence placed by member states in the West African country to represent their interests on one of the IAEA’s most important decision-making bodies.
The IAEA Board of Governors is the Agency’s second decision-making body, alongside the General Conference. It is responsible for ensuring the proper execution of the IAEA’s missions and plays a crucial role in formulating the Agency’s policies and strategic orientations. This election is testimony to the international recognition of Burkina Faso’s expertise and commitment in the field of atomic energy.
Burkina Faso enjoyed the support of the Vienna African Group for this election, reflecting the solidarity and regional cooperation within the African continent. Burkina Faso’s presence on the Board of Governors is an opportunity for the country to make an active contribution to promoting the peaceful use of atomic energy, focusing on areas such as improving agro-pastoral productivity, cancer therapy, and the fight against insect pests and zoonoses.
Burkina Faso’s election to the IAEA’s Board of Governors bears witness to the international community’s recognition of the country’s commitment to promoting the peaceful use of atomic energy. Burkina Faso is now ready to play an active role in the global governance of this technology for development and scientific research.
