Muscat – Oman, represented by the Environment Authority (EA), and Saudi Arabia, represented by its Nuclear and Radiological Regulatory Commission (NRRC), signed a memorandum of understanding in the field of nuclear and radiation safety and radiation protection on Sunday.

The MoU was signed by Dr Abdullah bin Ali al Amri, Chairman of EA, and Dr Khalid A Aleissa, CEO of NRRC.

The agreement aims to enhance and develop joint cooperation between the two countries in the use of nuclear technologies for peaceful purposes and related activities in accordance with the regulations, instructions and laws in force in both countries.

The memorandum stipulates the exchange of experience and information in the field of nuclear and radiation safety; radiation protection; environmental protection; nuclear regulatory guidelines; operational expertise; exchange of studies and research regarding radiation and nuclear regulation; and human capacity building.

The MoU includes improving safety, crisis communication, emergency management, and the safety of radioactive waste management with integrated planning and preparedness.