U.S. Statement as delivered by Ambassador Laura E. Kennedy Thank you Madam Chairperson, First, let me join others and express our appreciation for DDG Kwaku Aning’s tireless efforts to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of the TC Program.  When I think of your time as DDG for TC, as well as your previous stellar jobs, …

U.S. Statement as delivered by Chargé d’Affaires Ambassador Laura Kennedy Thank you, Mr. Chairman, Let me start by to thanking the Secretariat for its clear and comprehensive supplementary document GOV/2014/41 to last year’s report on safeguards implementation at the state level GOV/2013/38.  This supplementary document is the fruit of the Secretariat’s unstinting efforts to engage with …

Strengthening the Agency’s Activities Related to Nuclear Science, Technology, and Applications U.S. Statement as delivered by Chargé d’Affaires Ambassador Laura Kennedy Thank you, Mr. Chair, As a newcomer myself, I wanted to begin by extending a warm welcome and congratulations to DDG Aldo Malavasi.  We would like to voice our appreciation for the Secretariat’s work preparing the …

U.S. Statement as delivered by Chargé d’Affaires Ambassador Laura Kennedy Thank you, Mr. Chairman, The U.S. welcomes the publication of the IAEA Nuclear Security Report 2014.  We are pleased to see the progress achieved in strengthening the international nuclear security framework.  The continued improvement of individual State nuclear security systems strengthens our collective ability to prevent, …

Strengthening the Agency’s activities related to nuclear, radiation and transport safety and waste safety: Measures to Strengthen International Cooperation in Nuclear, Radiation, Transport and Waste Safety Progress in the Implementation of the IAEA Action Plan on Nuclear Safety U.S. Statement as delivered by Chargé d’Affaires Ambassador Laura Kennedy Thank you, I would like to thank the …

Report of the Working Group on Financing the Agency’s Activities  U.S. Statement as delivered by Chargé d’Affaires Ambassador Laura Kennedy Thank you, Mr. Chairman, The U.S. welcomes the consensus report of the Working Group on Financing the Agency’s Activities that reflects the shared commitment of Member States to ensure that the Agency has the appropriate …

U.S. Statement as delivered by Chargé d’Affaires Ambassador Laura Kennedy Thank you, Mr. Chairman, Since this is the first time I am taking the floor, I would like to say how very pleased I am to be back in Vienna and how much I look forward to working with you, Mr. Chairman, and, of course, …

Panel Discussion with Breakout Sessions Remarks by Tom Hushek, Chargé d’Affaires Vienna, Austria Good morning. I’d like to provide a few opening remarks and then I’d be happy to hear what questions you have regarding the Treaty’s entry into force. As you are learning, the CTBT requires the ratification of 44 States identified in the …

Special Briefing by Senior Administration Officials Washington, DC MODERATOR: Great. Thank you, everyone, for joining. For those of you in Vienna, I know it’s a late night here, and welcome to everyone from Washington. Tonight’s conference call is on background. We have three people who will be speaking; all will be Senior Administration Officials. There will …

As President Obama and our entire administration has made clear, we are committed to testing whether we can address one of the world’s most pressing priorities – ensuring that Iran does not obtain a nuclear weapon – through the diplomatic negotiations in which we and our international partners are currently engaged. This effort remains as …

Over the past year, the United States – in coordination with the European Union and our P5+1 partners – has undertaken an unprecedented diplomatic effort with the Islamic Republic of Iran to achieve a comprehensive solution to prevent Iran from acquiring a nuclear weapon.  We reached an initial milestone in November when all of the …

John Kerry Secretary of State Vienna, Austria SECRETARY KERRY: Good morning, everyone. I want to first thank the extraordinary team of diplomats and experts who have been on the ground here for weeks and who have been working tirelessly, actually, for many months in these negotiations. And I’m talking about both our American team as …

John Kerry, Secretary of State Palais Coburg Vienna, Austria SECRETARY KERRY: Well, good morning everybody. I am delighted to be here in Vienna and look forward to my to meeting with my colleagues in the 3+1 in order to discuss where we are in the negotiations, get caught up. And obviously, we have some very significant …

Palais Coburg Vienna, Austria SECRETARY KERRY:  All right.  Well, thank you all for dropping by.  Obviously, the United Kingdom and the United States share what is known as a special relationship, and it really is.  And we cooperate on so many different things. But today, obviously, we’re here to talk about the challenge of Iran’s …

Remarks With German Foreign Minister Frank-Walter Steinmeier After Their Meeting John Kerry, Secretary of State Palais Coburg Vienna, Austria FOREIGN MINISTER STEINMEIER: (In German.) SECRETARY KERRY: Frank, thank you very much. We discussed a number of difficult issues. The most important part of our conversation was focused on the issue of Iran, the question that will …

U.S. Statement as delivered by Deputy Permanent Representative Hushek Thank you Mr. Chairman, The United States deeply regrets that the issue of Israeli nuclear capabilities has once again been raised before the Board, as Israel has broken no agreements under the purview of the Agency and discussion of this issue only serves to distract attention …

Implementation of the NPT safeguards agreement in the Syrian Arab Republic U.S. Statement as delivered by Deputy Permanent Representative Hushek Thank you Mr. Chairman, We thank the Director General for his remarks and for his continued efforts to resolve the long outstanding issue related to Syria.  Three years have passed since this Board found Syria to …

Application of Safeguards in the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea  U.S. Statement as delivered by Deputy Permanent Representative Hushek Thank you Mr. Chairman, The international community is watching with serious concern the DPRK’s escalatory actions and rhetoric, which pose a grave threat to our common peace and security and undermine our collective efforts to uphold …

Implementation of the NPT safeguards agreement and relevant provisions of the U.N. Security Council resolutions in Iran U.S. Statement as delivered by Ambassador Macmanus Thank you, Mr. Chairman, We would like to extend our appreciation to the Director General and his staff for the May 23 report on the “Implementation of the NPT Safeguards Agreement …

U.S. Statement as delivered by Ambassador Macmanus Thank you Mr. Chairman, The Report of the Program and Budget Committee addresses several important matters related to the Agency’s finances and management practices.  First, the United States would like to take this opportunity to congratulate the Secretariat on receipt of an unqualified opinion by the External Auditor.  …

U.S. Statement as delivered by Ambassador Macmanus Thank you Mr. Chairman, I would like to begin by thanking the Secretariat for preparing the annualTechnical Cooperation Report for 2013.  The Technical Cooperation (TC) Program is fundamental to the IAEA’s role in promoting access to the benefits of peaceful nuclear energy in both power and non-power applications, …

U.S. Statement as delivered by Ambassador Macmanus Thank you Mr. Chairman, The United States commends the Agency for its draft Annual Report for 2013.  The draft Report provides a comprehensive and balanced summary of the IAEA’s important and unique work in promoting wide-ranging applications of nuclear technology, improving nuclear safety and security standards, managing technical …

U.S. Statement as delivered by Ambassador Macmanus Thank you Mr. Chairman, The United States is pleased to join consensus in recommending that the General Conference approve the Union of the Comoros and the Republic of Djibouti as new Member States of the Agency.  We would like to encourage them to take full advantage of the …

Statement By The United States Of America To The Forty-Fifth Meeting Of Working Group A Excellencies, Dr. Zerbo, distinguished colleagues, I am pleased to take the floor on behalf of the United States of America for the forty-fifth session of Working Group A (WGA).  We welcome you, Ambassador Azeez as Chairman for your first formal …

It is my pleasure to join the Government of France, UNODC, and representatives of WACAP today for a discussion of how regional networks like this one help shrink the space in which transnational organized crime can operate. Criminal organizations are not restrained by ethics, rules, or borders the way we are. Success means becoming just …

U.S. Hosted Side Event Remarks United States of America 23rd UN Commission on Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice Vienna, Austria Good afternoon and welcome. I want to thank you all for coming here today to participate in the U.S.-sponsored side event, “International Cooperation to Combat Criminal Elements in Timber Trafficking”. Every two seconds, an area …

Opening Statement United States of America 23rd UN Commission on Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice Delivered by Todd D. Robinson, Deputy Assistant Secretary Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs, U.S. Department of State  Mr. Chairman, thank you for the floor.  The United States joins our distinguished colleagues in congratulating you on your election, and my delegation looks …

Remarks by John Fox, Director, Office of Multilateral and Nuclear Affairs, Bureau of International Security and Nonproliferation Third Meeting of the Preparatory Committee for the 2015 Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty Review Conference United Nations, New York City Mr. Chairman, The United States welcomes this opportunity to address the important NPT issue of efforts to discourage potential abuse …

SECRETARY KERRY: Well, good afternoon, everybody. I am very pleased, as always, to welcome my very good friend and colleague in these endeavors, the EU High Representative Cathy Ashton back here to Washington. I’m also personally happy to be back in Washington – (laughter) – after a trip through Africa that has left us with …

Remarks by Timothy Liston, Deputy Counselor, United States Mission to International Organizations, Vienna Third Meeting of the Preparatory Committee for the 2015 Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty Review Conference United Nations, New York City (As Delivered) Mr. Chairman. The United States welcomes this opportunity to reaffirm its commitment to promoting the peaceful uses of nuclear energy as called …

William R. Brownfield, Assistant Secretary, Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs Thank you, Mr. Chairman, members of the Commission It is a pleasure to join you all today. Protecting our citizens from the harmful consequences of illegal drugs and transnational criminal organizations is a shared responsibility. There is consensus around the goals:  public health; …

Ukrainian Request for the IAEA Director General Regarding Nuclear Security at Ukrainian Nuclear Power Plants U.S. Statement as delivered by Ambassador Macmanus Mr. Chairman, The United States has a keen interest in global nuclear security, as well as nuclear safety at all nuclear power plants, and we are very much aware of the potential consequences should …

The Conclusion of Safeguards Agreements and of Additional Protocols U.S. Statement as delivered by Ambassador Macmanus Thank you, Mr. Chairman, The United States welcomes Laos’ decision to submit an Additional Protocol for Board approval and stands ready to work with the IAEA and other Member States to ensure that Laos receives any assistance it may …

U.S. Statement as delivered by Deputy Permanent Representative Hushek Mr. Chairman, Please let me begin by thanking the Secretariat, in particular DDGs Bychkov and Mohamad, for the thoughtful effort that has gone into preparing the Nuclear Technology Review 2014. The United States reaffirms its support for the Agency’s important work on both the power and …

Implementation of the NPT Safeguards Agreement in the Syrian Arab Republic  U.S. Statement as delivered by Ambassador Macmanus Thank you, Mr. Chairman, We thank the Director General for his remarks concerning the long-standing issue of Syria’s safeguards noncompliance.  The Board of Governors has been clear that Syria must remedy its noncompliance and engage substantively with …

Implementation of the NPT Safeguards Agreement and Relevant Provisions of Security Council Resolutions in the Islamic Republic of Iran  U.S. Statement as delivered by Ambassador Macmanus Thank you, Mr. Chairman, The United States would like to offer our appreciation to the Director General and his staff for the February 20 report on the “Implementation of …

U.S. Statement as delivered by Ambassador Macmanus Thank you, Mr. Chairman, The integrity of the global nonproliferation regime remains at risk from the DPRK’s unrelenting pursuit of its nuclear weapons programs. This represents a serious, growing and unacceptable threat to international peace and security.  Despite the international community’s overwhelming condemnation of these programs and consistent …

Agenda Item 3, Strengthening the Agency’s Activities related to Nuclear, Radiation, Transport and Waste Safety U.S. Statement as delivered by Ambassador Macmanus Thank you Mr. Chairman, The United States thanks the Director General and the Secretariat for their efforts in preparation for this meeting.  It is appropriate that the topic of “Strengthening the Agency’s activities related to …

U.S. Statement as delivered by Ambassador Macmanus Mr. Chairman, The United States is pleased to join consensus in recommending that the General Conference approve Guyana and Vanuatu as new Member States of the Agency.  We welcome Guyana and encourage them to take full advantage of the benefits and services associated with IAEA membership, including in …

Thank you, Mr. Chairman, I am pleased to take the floor on behalf of the United States for the twenty-second joint meeting of Working Groups A and B.  As always, our delegation looks forward to working under the able leadership of the Chairs of Working Groups A and B. Mr. Chairman, My delegation welcomes these …

Thank you, Mr. Chairman, I am pleased to take the floor on behalf of the United States for the 42nd session of Working Group B (WGB).  As always, our delegation looks forward to another productive session and to advancing the critical mission of this Treaty.  First, Mr. Chairman, let me take this opportunity to say it …

As delivered by Ambassador Macmanus  Thank you, Mr. Chairman, The United States would like to extend its appreciation to the Director General and his staff for the January 17 report on the Agency’s role in verifying the nuclear-related understandings contained in the Joint Plan of Action.  We welcome this enhanced verification role and commend the …

AEA Board of Governors Meeting November 28-29, 2013   Agenda Item 4d   Implementation of the NPT safeguards agreement in the Syrian Arab Republic   U.S. Statement as delivered by Deputy Permanent Representative, Tom Hushek Mr. Chairman, We thank the Director General for his remarks concerning the serious and long outstanding issue of Syria’s safeguards …

IAEA Board of Governors Meeting November 28-29, 2013   Agenda Item 4b    Application of Safeguards in the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea   U.S. Statement as delivered by Ambassador Macmanus     Thank you, Mr. Chairman,   The DPRK’s actions and stance regarding its nuclear program remain a cause for serious concern.  Since the …

IAEA Board of Governors Meeting November 28-29, 2013   Agenda Item 2   Technical Cooperation: Report of the Technical Assistance and Cooperation Committee   U.S. Statement as delivered by Deputy Permanent Representative Hushek     Thank you, Mr. Chairman,     I would like to commend the Secretariat, Deputy Director General Aning, and the staff …

IAEA Board of Governors Meeting November 28-29, 2013   Agenda Item 3   Implementation of the IAEA Action Plan on Nuclear Safety   U.S. Statement as delivered by Deputy Permanent Representative Hushek     Thank you, Mr. Chairman,   The United States takes this opportunity to thank Deputy Director General Flory for the presentation of …

IAEA Board of Governors Meeting November 28-29, 2013   Agenda Item 4c Implementation of the NPT safeguards agreement and relevant provisions of United Nations Security Council resolutions in the Islamic Republic of Iran   U.S. Statement as delivered by Ambassador Macmanus      Thank you, Mr. Chairman,   The United States extends its appreciation to …

IAEA Board of Governors Meeting November 28-29, 2013   Agenda Item 4c Joint Statement on behalf of China, France, Germany, the Russian Federation, the United Kingdom, and the United States Delivered by Ambassador Joseph E. Macmanus United States Permanent Representative to the United Nations Office in Vienna and to the International Atomic Energy Agency Vienna …

IAEA Board of Governors Meeting November 28-29, 2013   Agenda Item 5:   Third Amendment to the Agreement for Cooperation Between the Agency and the United States of America U.S. Statement as delivered by Ambassador Macmanus   Mr. Chairman,   Thank you very much for the opportunity to speak on behalf of the proposed amendment …

IAEA Technical Assistance and Cooperation Committee Meeting November 25-27, 2013 Agenda Item 2 Technical Cooperation: The Agency’s Proposed Program for 2014-15 U.S. Statement as delivered by Ambassador Macmanus Thank you, Mr. Chairman, My delegation would like to thank the Secretariat for its preparation of the 2014-2015 Technical Cooperation program.  We extend our gratitude and commend the …

Thank you Mr. Chairman. I am pleased to take the floor at the 44th session of Working Group A and I look forward to a productive meeting under your leadership. Mr. Chairman, The United States has consistently advocated for a program-driven budget as the best way to ensure that the PTS has the resources necessary …

2013 IAEA General Conference Remarks as Delivered Secretary Ernest Moniz Monday, September 16, 2013   Thank you, Ambassador Mabhongo. Congratulations on your election as President of this Conference.  I also want to thank DG Amano for his outstanding leadership. I will start by reading a message from President Barack Obama:   “I send greetings to …

Joint Press Statement of the Rosatom State Corporation for Atomic Energy and the U.S. Department of Energy on the Signing of the Agreement between the Government of the Russian Federation and the Government of the United States on Cooperation in Nuclear- and Energy-Related Scientific Research and Development On September 16, 2013, Director General of the …

IAEA Board of Governors Meeting September 9-13, 2013   Agenda Item 6(e):  Implementation of the NPT safeguards agreement in the Syrian Arab Republic   U.S. statement as delivered by Ambassador Macmanus U.S. Permanent Representative to the International Atomic Energy Agency    We thank the Director General for his latest report concerning the serious and long-standing …

IAEA Board of Governors Meeting September 9-13, 2013   Agenda Item 7(a) Application of IAEA Safeguards in the Middle East   U.S. statement as delivered by Ambassador Macmanus U.S. Permanent Representative to the International Atomic Energy Agency     The United States welcomes the Director General’s report on the Application of Safeguards in the Middle …

IAEA Board of Governors Meeting September 9-13, 2013 Application of Safeguards in the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea U.S. Statement as delivered by Ambassador Joseph E. Macmanus U.S. Permanent Representative to the International Atomic Energy Agency Mr. Chairman,   The United States thanks Director General Amano for his report on the DPRK issued on August …

IAEA Board of Governors Meeting September 9-13, 2013 Agenda Item 6(d) Implementation of the NPT Safeguards Agreement and relevant provisions of Security Council resolutions in the Islamic Republic of Iran U.S. Statement as delivered Ambassador Joseph E. Macmanus U.S. Permanent Representative to the International Atomic Energy Agency   Mr. Chairman,   The United States would …

IAEA Board of Governors Meeting September 9-13, 2013 Strengthening the Agency’s Activities Related to Nuclear Science, Technology, and Applications U.S. statement as delivered by Ambassador Macmanus Permanent U.S. Representative to the International Atomic Energy Agency    Mr. Chairman,   The United States would like to express its appreciation to the Secretariat for preparing this document.  …

IAEA Board of Governors Meeting September 9-13, 2013 Agenda Item 6.b The Conceptualization and Development of Safeguards Implementation at the State Level U.S. statement as delivered by Ambassador Macmanus U.S. Permanent Representative to the International Atomic Energy Agency   Mr. Chairman,   I would like to thank the Secretariat for its clear and concise report …

IAEA Board of Governors Meeting September 9-13, 2013 Nuclear Security U.S. Statement Ambassador Joseph E. Macmanus U.S. Permanent Representative to the International Atomic Energy Agency   Thank you, Mr. Chairman,   The United States welcomes the publication of the IAEA Nuclear Security Report 2013 as contained in document “GOV/2013/36.”  We are pleased to see all …

U.S. Statement to the Joint Session of Working Groups A and B August 26, 2013 Mr. Chairman, My delegation is pleased to take the floor under your joint leadership of the twenty-first joint meeting of Working Groups A and B.  As always, my delegation stands ready to fully cooperate with and support this body as it …

STATEMENT BY THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA TO THE FORTY-FIRST SESSION OF WORKING GROUP B Counselor for Arms Control Tamara K. Fitzgerald Vienna, Austria August 19, 2013 Thank you, Mr. Chairman, It gives me great pleasure to take the floor for the first time for this 41st session of Working Group B.  I would like …

IAEA Board of Governors Meeting July 31, 2013 Proposal by the Chair of the Working Group on the Programme and Budget and the TCF targets for 2014-2015 U.S. Statement  Mr. Chairman, The United States appreciates the vigorous and successful discussions on the Program and Budget and TCF Targets for 2014-2015.  We commend the efforts of …

Secretary Ernest Moniz Announcing Removal of the Last Remaining HEU from the Dalat Nuclear Research Institute in Vietnam Remarks as Prepared for Delivery Vienna, Austria July 2, 2013 I am pleased to join Ambassador Nguyen, Ambassador Berdennikov, and Director General Nolke to announce the removal of all highly enriched uranium from the Dalat Nuclear Research …

Secretary Ernest Moniz U.S. Statement to the IAEA International Conference on Nuclear Security Vienna, Austria July 1, 2013 I want to acknowledge Director General Amano and the President of the Conference, Foreign Minister Martonyi, for their dedicated efforts in organizing this important conference. I also want to express my gratitude to my fellow ministers for …

ONDCP Director Gil Kerlikowske Remarks in commemoration of the United Nations International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking and the 2013 World Drug Report Release Vienna, Austria June 26, 2013 Thank you, Mr. Chairman.  It’s a great pleasure to join my colleagues from around the world to participate in the commemoration of the United …

U.N. Committee on the Peaceful Uses of Outer Space Vienna, Austria June 17, 2013   Mr. Chairman and distinguished delegates, it is my distinct pleasure to be here today and to have the opportunity to address the Committee at its 56th session.  I have noted that the history of this Committee as a permanent body …

IAEA Board of Governors Meeting June 3-7, 2013 Implementation of the NPT Safeguards Agreement and Relevant Provisions of United Nations Security Council Resolutions in the Islamic Republic of Iran U.S. Statement Ambassador Joseph E. Macmanus Permanent U.S. Representative to the International Atomic Energy Agency   Mr. Chairman, The United States would like to extend its …

IAEA Board of Governors Meeting June 3-7, 2013 Implementation of the NPT Safeguards Agreement in the Syrian Arab Republic U.S. Statement Ambassador Joseph E. Macmanus Permanent U.S. Representative to the International Atomic Energy Agency Mr. Chairman, We thank the Director General for his remarks concerning the serious and long outstanding issue of Syria’s safeguards noncompliance.  …

IAEA Board of Governors Meeting June 3-7, 2013   Safeguards Implementation Report for 2012   U.S. Statement   Mr. Chairman, The United States welcomes the Secretariat’s findings and conclusions in this year’s Safeguards Implementation Report .  As usual, this year’s SIR reports on a number of important issues.  We are making separate statements on some …

IAEA Board of Governors Meeting June 3-7, 2013   Strengthening of the Agency’s Activities related to Nuclear, Radiation, Transport, and Waste Safety   U.S. Statement Mr. Chairman, The United States would like to take this opportunity to thank the Director General and the Secretariat for their efforts to develop the document, “Progress in the Implementation …

IAEA Board of Governors Meeting June 3-7, 2013      Application of Safeguards in the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea   U.S. Statement   Mr. Chairman,   The United States thanks the Director General for his remarks and commends the IAEA and the Board for its consistent focus on the DPRK’s illicit nuclear program.  We …

The Annual Report for 2012 U.S. Statement   Mr. Chairman, The United States welcomes the IAEA’s draft Annual Report for 2012 contained in document GOV/2013/18 and its annex.  The Report provides detailed and balanced summary of important work that the Agency performed during the past year.  We wish to highlight a few points. Mr. Chairman, …

Technical Cooperation Report for 2012 U.S. Statement Mr. Chairman, My delegation thanks the Secretariat for its preparation of the 2012 Technical Cooperation (TC) Annual Report.  This thorough description of the Technical Cooperation Program is helpful as the Board looks at the important work of the TC Department and considers ways in which its work can …

Vienna, Austria April 22, 2013 Delivered by: Brian A. Nichols Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs U.S. Department of State Mr. Chairman, thank you for the floor. The United States looks forward to working under your able leadership to achieve substantive progress at this UN Crime Commission.  [I also …

Statement by U.S. Delegation at the Joint Plenary Session of Working Group A and Working Group B April 2, 2013 AS DELIVERED Mr. Chairman, My delegation is pleased to take the floor under your joint leadership of the twentieth joint meeting of Working Groups A and B.  We assure you of our continued cooperation and …

Statement by the United States of America to the Fortieth Session of CTBTO Working Group B Ambassador Joseph E. Macmanus Permanent Representative to the Preparatory Commission for the Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty Organization Vienna, Austria Monday, March 18, 2013 Thank you, Mr. Chairman. The United States would like to express our best wishes to Working Group …

Fifty-sixth Session of the Commission on Narcotic Drugs March 11 – 15, 2013 U.S. National Statement Assistant Secretary William R. Brownfield U.S. Department of State March 11, 2013 Vienna, Austria Thank you Madam Vice Chair.  May I join my distinguished colleagues in congratulating you on your election?  My delegation looks forward to a valuable and …

IAEA Board of Governors Meeting March 4-8, 2013  Agenda Item 5(d)   Iran  U.S. Statement Ambassador Joseph Macmanus Permanent U.S. Representative to the IAEA   Mr. Chairman,   The United States would like to extend its gratitude to the Director General and his staff for his February 21 report on the implementation of the NPT Safeguards …

IAEA Board of Governors Meeting March 4-8, 2013 Agenda Item 5(e)   Implementation of the NPT Safeguards Agreement in the Syrian Arab Republic U.S. Statement Ambassador Joseph Macmanus Permanent U.S. Representative to the IAEA Mr. Chairman, We thank the Director General for his remarks underscoring the serious and unresolved issue of Syria’s safeguards noncompliance.  The …

IAEA Board of Governors Meeting March 4-8, 2013 Agenda Item 6 Appointment of the Director General U.S. Statement Ambassador Joseph Macmanus Permanent U.S. Representative to the IAEA  Mr. Chairman, The United States warmly congratulates Director General Amano and thanks him for his willingness to serve a second term. Director General Amano has served this Agency …

IAEA Board of Governors Meeting March 4-8, 2013 Agenda Item 8 Any Other Business – Israeli Nuclear Capabilities and the Helsinki Conference on Establishing a Middle East WMD-Free Zone U.S. Statement Ambassador Joseph Macmanus Permanent U.S. Representative to the IAEA Mr. Chairman, The United States regrets that the issue of Israeli nuclear capabilities has once …

Agenda Item 4 – Strengthening the Agency’s Activities Related to Nuclear Science, Technology, and Applications: Nuclear Technology Review 2013 IAEA Board of Governors Meeting March 4-8, 2013 Mr. Chairman, I would like to begin by thanking the Secretariat for the work that has gone into preparing the Nuclear Technology Review 2013.  The United States places …

IAEA Board of Governors Meeting March 4-8, 2013 Agenda Item 5c Application of Safeguards in the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea U.S. Statement Ambassador Joseph Macmanus Permanent U.S. Representative to the IAEA Mr. Chairman, The resounding condemnation that we hear in this Board room today, and from all corners of the world since February 12 …

IAEA Board of Governors Statement on behalf of China, France, Germany, the Russian Federation, the United Kingdom, and the United States Ambassador Susan le Jeune d’Allegeershecque, United Kingdom 5 March 2013 I have the honor to make this statement on behalf of China, France, Germany, the Russian Federation, the United Kingdom, and the United States. …

IAEA Board of Governors Meeting March 4-8, 2013 Agenda Item 3 Strengthening the Agency’s Activities related to Nuclear, Radiation, Transport, and Waste Safety U.S. Statement Ambassador Joseph Macmanus United States Permanent Representative to the International Atomic Energy Agency Vienna, Austria March 4, 2013 Mr. Chairman, As this is my first time attending an IAEA Board …

As prepared   Thank you, Mr. Chairman, for the opportunity to speak today and for your commendable role in this difficult situation.  I particularly wish to thank both you, in your capacity as Chair of the Preparatory Commission, and Executive Secretary Toth, for your swift and strong statements condemning the DPRK’s actions.  I am also …

IAEA Board of Governors Meeting November 29-30, 2012 Agenda Item 4(c) Implementation of the NPT Safeguards Agreement in the Syrian Arab Republic U.S. Statement Robert Wood Chargé d’affaires U.S. Mission to the IAEA Mr. Chairman, We thank the Director General for his remarks underscoring the serious and unresolved issue of Syria’s safeguards noncompliance.  We deeply …

[As Delivered: November 30, 2012] November 29-30, 2012 Agenda Item 5 Any Other Business – Middle East Issues U.S. Statement Mr. Chairman, The United States regrets that the issue of Israeli nuclear capabilities has once again been brought before the Board. Unlike other Member States whose nuclear activities are included on this Board’s agenda, Israel …

IAEA Board of Governors Meeting November 29-30, 2012 Agenda Item 3 Implementation of the IAEA Action Plan on Nuclear Safety U.S. Statement Robert Wood Chargé d’Affaires U.S. Mission to the IAEA  Mr. Chairman, The United States takes note of this progress report by the Director General and would like to express sincere appreciation for the …

U.S. Statement – Robert Wood – Chargé d’Affaires U.S. Mission to the IAEA Mr. Chairman, The United States would like to extend its appreciation and gratitude to the Director General and his staff for the latest report on the implementation of the NPT Safeguards Agreement and relevant provisions of the Security Council resolutions on Iran. …

IAEA Board of Governors Meeting November 29-30, 2012 Agenda Item 4a Application of Safeguards in the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea U.S. Statement Robert Wood Chargé d’Affaires U.S. Mission to the IAEA  Mr. Chairman, Let me begin by reiterating the United States’ firm support for the sustained focus on the DPRK’s nuclear file by the IAEA …

IAEA Technical Assistance and Cooperation Committee Meeting November 26-28, 2012 Agenda Item 3 Evaluation of Technical Cooperation Activities in 2012 U.S. Statement Robert Wood Chargé d’Affaires U.S. Mission to the IAEA Mr. Chairman, The United States would like to thank the Office of Internal Oversight Services (OIOS) under Director Meyer’s leadership for its important work in …

Statement on the Election of Dr. Lassina Zerbo as Next Executive Secretary of the Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban-Treaty Organization John Godfrey Counselor for Arms Control U.S. Mission to International Organizations in Vienna Vienna, Austria October 24, 2012  We wish to congratulate Dr. Lassina Zerbo on his election as the next Executive Secretary of the Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban-Treaty Organization. …

For Immediate Release | October 24, 2012 Susan E. Rice U.S. Permanent Representative to the United Nations U.S. Mission to the United Nations New York, NY On United Nations Day, we mark the passage of 67 years since ratification of the UN Charter by the allied World War II victors, led by the United States. …

Arms Control and International Security: Congratulations to Dr. Lassina Zerbo 10/23/2012 04:21 PM EDT Congratulations to Dr. Lassina Zerbo Media Note Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC October 23, 2012 The United States would like to congratulate Dr. Lassina Zerbo on his selection as Executive Secretary of the Preparatory Commission for the Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty …

Vienna International Centre Vienna, Austria October 22, 2012 Thank you Madam Chair, It gives me great pleasure to take the floor during the Thirty-Ninth Session of the CTBTO Preparatory Commission.  We congratulate you on your selection as Preparatory Commission Chair and look forward to working with you as we move forward.  There are challenging issues …

The United States congratulates Argentina, Australia, Luxembourg, the Republic of Korea and Rwanda on their election today as non-permanent members of the UN Security Council for 2013 and 2014. We look forward to a strong and productive partnership with these incoming members to address issues fundamental to international peace and security, including nuclear non-proliferation, counter-terrorism, …

 Opening Statement United States of America Sixth Conference of the Parties UN Convention against Transnational Organized Crime Vienna, Austria October 15, 2012 Delivered by Brian A. Nichols U.S. Department of State Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL) Head of Delegation| Mr.  Chair, the United States congratulates you on assuming the Chair. The …

Remarks Rose Gottemoeller Acting Under Secretary for Arms Control and International Security Washington, DC September 26, 2012 Thanks for having me here today. This is an auspicious time for such an event. Twenty years ago – this past Sunday – the United States conducted its last underground nuclear explosive test. The test, called “Divider”, was …

President Barack Obama New York, NY September 25, 2012 Excerpt of paragraphs dealing with Iran: “In Iran, we see where the path of a violent and unaccountable ideology leads. The Iranian people have a remarkable and ancient history, and many Iranians wish to enjoy peace and prosperity alongside their neighbors. But just as it restricts …

Adoption of DPRK GC Resolution IAEA General Conference Robert Wood Chargé d’Affaires U.S. Mission to the IAEA September 21, 2012   Mr. President,   With the unanimous adoption of this resolution on the DPRK, this session of the General Conference has sent a clear message that the international community continues to hold North Korea to …

Explanation of Vote  Egyptian Resolution on Application of Safeguards in the Middle East Robert Wood Chargé d’Affaires U.S. Mission to the IAEA   IAEA General Conference Vienna, Austria September 20, 2012   Mr. President,   The United States regrets that despite calls to return to a consensus based approach on Middle East safeguards issues at …

IAEA General Conference September 17-21, 2012 Agenda Item 20 “Israeli Nuclear Capabilities” (INC) U.S. Statement Robert Wood Chargé d’Affaires U.S. Mission to the IAEA Mr. President, The United States regrets that the issue of Israeli nuclear capabilities has once again been brought before the General Conference.  Unlike several other Member States in the region, Israel …

2012 IAEA General Conference Secretary of Energy Steven Chu Monday, September 17, 2012   Thank you, Ambassador Barros.  I also want to thank Director General Amano for his outstanding leadership. I am honored to represent the United States today, and I want to share a message from President Barack Obama: PRESIDENT OBAMA’S MESSAGE: To all …

U.S. NUCLEAR REGULATORY COMMISSION Office of Public Affairs Site: www.nrc.gov Blog: http://public-blog.nrc-gateway.govS-12-011 “Assessing Progress in Worldwide Nuclear Safety” Remarks of NRC Chairman Allison M. Macfarlane International Nuclear Safety Group (INSAG) Forum IAEA, Vienna, Austria Monday, September 17, 2012 Thank you. It is a pleasure to be here today. This is my first General Conference as …

IAEA Board of Governors MeetingSeptember 10-14, 2012 Agenda Item 8 Application of IAEA Safeguards in the Middle East U.S. Statement Robert Wood Chargé d’Affaires U.S. Mission to the IAEA  Mr. Chairman, The United States welcomes the Director General’s report on the Application of Safeguards in the Middle East.  This agenda item reflects our common and …

IAEA Board of Governors Meeting September 10-14, 2012 Agenda Item 7(c) Implementation of the NPT safeguards agreement and relevant provisions of United Nations Security Council resolutions in the Islamic Republic of Iran U.S. Statement Robert Wood Chargé d’Affaires U.S. Mission to the IAEA   Mr. Chairman,   The United States would like to extend its …

Robert Wood Chargé d’Affaires U.S. Mission to the IAEA Mr. Chairman, I would like to begin by thanking Director General Amano for the report on the DPRK issued last week. We commend the IAEA for its sustained focus on the DPRK’s nuclear program and for keeping the Board apprised of developments that seriously concern all …

Mr. Chairman, Before proceeding with this morning’s work, I would like to take a moment to recall the terrible attacks on New York and Washington, DC which took place eleven years ago today.  This occasion serves as a sobering reminder of the thousands of innocent people from more than 90 countries lost to these acts …

Measures to Strengthen International Cooperation in Nuclear, Radiation, Transport, and Waste Safety Mr. Chairman, We thank the Director General for his report on “Measures to Strengthen International Cooperation in Nuclear, Radiation, Transport, and Waste Safety”.  I would like to touch on two of the eleven subject areas covered in the report.  The Fukushima accident raised …

IAEA Board of Governors Meeting September 10-14, 2012 Agenda Item 7(d) Implementation of the NPT Safeguards Agreement in the Syrian Arab Republic U.S. Statement Robert Wood Chargé d’Affaires U.S. Mission to the IAEA  Mr. Chairman, We thank the Director General for his written report underscoring the serious and unresolved issue of Syria’s safeguards noncompliance.  We …

Press Statement Hillary Rodham Clinton Secretary of State Washington, DC August 19, 2012 Today, the United States joins the international community to honor those who have lost their lives in humanitarian service and those who continue to bring assistance and relief to people in need. As the Syrian crisis carries on, we must continue to …

Preperatory Commission for the Comprehensive Test Ban Treaty Organization (CTBTO) John Godfrey, Counselor for Arms Control, U.S. Mission to International Organizations in Vienna August 13, 2012 Vienna Austria  Thank you, Mr. Chairman I would first like to offer on behalf of the people of the United States our deepest condolences to the people of Iran …

The White House – Office of the Press Secretary – For Immediate Release – July 1, 2012 The United States welcomes the European Union’s prohibition of all Iranian crude oil imports and other sanctions on Iran’s oil industry, which go into full effect today. This collective decision of the 27 countries of the European Union …

U.S. Department of State – Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release – June 29, 2012 Following is the text of a joint statement issued by China, France, Great Britain, Russia, and the United States of America at the conclusion of the Third P5 Conference: Implementing the NPT June 27-29, 2012 in Washington, D.C. Begin …

Thank you, Mr. Chairman. The United States delegation is pleased to take the floor at this meeting of the Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty Organization’s Preparatory Commission, which is taking place under your capable leadership.  We congratulate you on your selection as Preparatory Commission Chair and look forward to working with you as we move forward.  We …

The White House – Office of the Press Secretary (June 18, 2012) The United States of America and the Russian Federation confirm our commitment to strengthening close and cooperative relations for the benefit of the peoples of our countries, international peace, global prosperity, and security. In recent years, we have laid a solid foundation for …

IAEA Board of Governors June 4-8, 2012 Agenda Item 7(e) Implementation of the NPT Safeguards Resolution in the Syrian Arab Republic U.S. STATEMENT Robert Wood Chargé d’Affaires U.S. Mission to International Organizations in Vienna June 6, 2012 Mr. Chairman, We thank the Director General for his remarks regarding the serious and unresolved issue of Syria’s …

IAEA Board of Governors Meeting June 4-8, 2012 Agenda Item 7(d) Implementation of the NPT Safeguards Agreement and Relevant Provisions of United Nations Security Council Resolutions in the Islamic Republic of Iran U.S. Statement Robert Wood Chargé d’Affaires U.S. Mission to the IAEA Mr. Chairman, The United States would like to extend its deep appreciation …

IAEA Board of Governors Meeting June 4-8, 2012 Agenda Item 6 Implementation of the IAEA Action Plan on Nuclear Safety U.S. Statement Robert Wood Chargé d’Affaires U.S. Mission to the IAEA  Mr. Chairman, The United States would like to take this opportunity to thank the Director General and the Secretariat for providing this report and …

IAEA Board of Governors Meeting June 4-8, 2012 Agenda Item 7(a) The Conclusion of Safeguards Agreements and of Additional Protocols U.S. Statement Robert Wood Chargé d’Affaires U.S. Mission to the IAEA Mr. Chairman, The United States welcomes Bosnia and Herzegovina’s decision to submit a comprehensive safeguards agreement and Additional Protocol for Board approval.  The United …

IAEA Board of Governors Meeting June 4-8, 2012 Agenda Item 7(c) Application of Safeguards in the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea U.S. Statement Robert Wood Chargé d’Affaires U.S. Mission to the IAEA Mr. Chairman, It is regrettable that once again this Board meets in the context of business as usual from North Korea. The cautious …

IAEA Board of Governors Meeting June 4-8, 2012 Agenda Item 7(d) Implementation of the NPT Safeguards Agreement and Relevant Provisions of United Nations Security Council Resolutions in the Islamic Republic of Iran U.S. Statement Robert Wood Chargé d’Affaires U.S. Mission to the IAEA Mr. Chairman, The United States would like to extend its deep appreciation …

IAEA Board of Governors Meeting June 4-8, 2012 Agenda Item 4 Strengthening of the Agency’s Technical Cooperation Activities U.S. Statement Robert Wood Chargé d’Affaires U.S. Mission to the IAEA  Thank you, Mr. Chairman. My delegation thanks the Secretariat for its preparation of the 2011 Technical Cooperation (TC) Annual Report.  This comprehensive and detailed description of …

IAEA Board of Governors Meeting June 4-8, 2012 Agenda Item 3 The Annual Report for 2011 U.S. Statement Sharon White, Deputy Chief of Mission U.S. Mission to International Organizations in Vienna Mr. Chairman, The United States welcomes the Annual Report of Agency activities in 2011.  The 2011 Annual Report contained in document “GOV/2012/19” lays out …

Statement before the Senate Caucus on International Narcotics Control William R. Brownfield Assistant Secretary, Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs Washington, DC Chairman Feinstein, Co-Chairman Grassley, and Members of the Caucus,thank you for the opportunity to address the growing presence of narcotics and narcotics-related criminal networks in West Africa, which is a significant …

The United States was pleased to participate in the Preparatory Committee (PrepCom) meeting of Parties to the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT) held in Vienna, April 30 – May 11. The U.S. interagency delegation was led by Ambassador Susan Burk, the President’s Special Representative for Nuclear Nonproliferation, and included Thomas Countryman, Assistant Secretary of State for …

U.S. Statement by Mr. Richard J. K. Stratford Director  Office of Nuclear Energy, Safety, and Security Department of State United States of America Cluster 3 Specific issue – Peaceful uses of nuclear energy and other provisions of the Treaty First Session of the Preparatory Committee 2015 Review Conference of the States Parties to the Treaty …

U.S. Statement by M. Scott Davis Acting Director Office of Multilateral Nuclear and Security Affairs Department of State United States of America Improving the effectiveness of the strengthened review process First Session of the Preparatory Committee 2015 Review Conference of the States Parties to the Treaty on theNon-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons May 10, 2012  Strengthening the …

U.S. Statement by Mr. Richard J. Stratford Director  Office of Nuclear Energy Safety and Security Department of State United States of America Cluster 3 Issues First Session of the Preparatory Committee 2015 Review Conference of the States Parties to the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons May 9, 2012 Thank you, Mr. Chairman. Article …

U.S. Statement by Mr. Thomas M. Countryman Assistant Secretary for International Security and Nonproliferation Department of State United States of America Middle East Issues First Session of the Preparatory Committee 2015 Review Conference of the States Parties to the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons May 8, 2012 Thank you Mr. Chairman, The United …

Statement by Chargé d’Affaires Robert A. Wood Acting U.S. Permanent Representative to the International Organizations in Vienna, Austria Department of State United States of America Cluster 2 Issues First Session of the Preparatory Committee 2015 Review Conference of the States Parties to the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons May 7, 2012  Thank you, …

U.S. Statement by Ambassador Laura Kennedy Permanent Representative of the United States to the Conference on Disarmament Department of State United States of America Cluster 1 Specific Issue: Nuclear Disarmament and Security Assurances First Session of the Preparatory Committee 2015 Review Conference of the States Parties to the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons May …

Thank you, Mr. Chairman, In his April 2009 speech in Prague, President Obama highlighted the nuclear dangers of the 21st century and declared that, to overcome these threats, the United States reaffirms our enduring commitment “to seek the peace and security of a world without nuclear weapons.”  Speaking in Seoul this past March, the President …

2015 Review Conference of the States Parties to the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons Statement by Ambassador Susan F. Burk – Special Representative of the President for Nuclear Nonproliferation – Department of State – United States of America – General Debate – First Session of the Preparatory Committee – As Prepared – April …

Opening Statement United States of America 21st UN Commission on Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice Vienna, Austria April 23, 2012 Delivered by: Brian A. Nichols Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs U.S. Department of State Madam Chairperson, thank you for the floor.  We are pleased to see you leading …

On behalf of the United States, I would like to thank the Secretariat for their overview of the history and current status of the IAEA Peaceful Uses Initiative (PUI). The leadership of the Director General and the hard work of the Secretariat have been indispensible in the development of the PUI from its launch at …

North Korea’s announcement that it plans to conduct a missile launch in direct violation of its international obligations is highly provocative. UN Security Council Resolutions 1718 and 1874 clearly and unequivocally prohibit North Korea from conducting launches that use ballistic missile technology. Such a missile launch would pose a threat to regional security and would …

U.S. Government Contributes $1 million to the UN Office on Drugs and Crime’s Regional Program for Promoting Counternarcotics Efforts in Afghanistan and Neighboring Countries U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release 2012/389 Media Notice On 14 March in Vienna, Austria, the United States contributed $1 million to Sub-programs I and II …

Delivered by R. Gil Kerlikowske Director, National Drug Control Policy, United States Thank you, Madam Chairman. It is my great pleasure to be with you here today to represent the United States.  This is a critical time in our global conversation about drug policy. This week we are commemorating a century since the initiation of …

Statement on behalf of China, France, Germany, the Russian Federation, the United Kingdom, and the United States IAEA Board of Governors Statement on behalf of China, France, Germany, the Russian Federation, the United Kingdom, and the United States I have the honor to make this statement on behalf of China, France, Germany, the Russian Federation, …

IAEA Board of Governors Meeting March 5-9, 2012 Agenda Item 4(d) Iran U.S. Statement Mr. Chairman, The United States would like to extend its deep appreciation to the Director General and his staff for this latest report on the implementation of the NPT Safeguards Agreement and relevant provisions of the Security Council resolutions on Iran. …

IAEA Board of Governors Meeting March 5-9, 2012 Agenda Item 3 U.S. Statement Thank you, Mr. Chairman. I would like to begin by thanking the Secretariat for the work that has gone into preparing the Nuclear Technology Review 2012. The United States places great importance on the positive benefits to be gained from the peaceful …

IAEA Board of Governors Meeting March 5-9, 2012 Agenda Item 4(c) U.S. Statement Thank you, Mr. Chairman. As noted by the Director General and other distinguished colleagues, the agreement between North Korea and the United States announced February 29 marks a modest but important first step toward the objectives long sought by this Board and …

Strengthening the Agency’s Activities Related to Nuclear Radiation, Transport, and Waste Safety IAEA Board of Governors Meeting March 5-9, 2012 Agenda Item 2 Strengthening the Agency’s Activities Related to Nuclear Radiation, Transport, and Waste Safety U.S. Statement Mr. Chairman, The United States takes this opportunity to thank the Director General and the Secretariat for their …

Implementation of the NPT Safeguards Agreement in the Syrian Arab Republic   IAEA Board of Governors Meeting March 5-9, 2012  Agenda Item 4(e)  Implementation of the NPT Safeguards Agreement in the Syrian Arab Republic  U.S. Statement Mr. Chairman, We welcome the Director General’s update on this noncompliance matter of serious concern, and commend the Secretariat …

Press Statement Victoria Nuland Department Spokesperson, Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC A U.S. delegation has just returned from Beijing following a third exploratory round of U.S.-DPRK bilateral talks. To improve the atmosphere for dialogue and demonstrate its commitment to denuclearization, the DPRK has agreed to implement a moratorium on long-range missile launches, nuclear tests …

Statement by the United States to the Eighteenth Joint Meeting of CTBTO Working Groups A and B Thank you, Chairmen. I am very pleased to have the opportunity to take the floor under your leadership during this joint meeting of Working Groups A and B. During 2011, through extensive and spirited consultations under the able guidance …

Media Note Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC Today marks the 15th Anniversary of the establishment of the Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty (CTBT) Organization’s Preparatory Commission (PrepCom). The United States congratulates the PrepCom for its hard work since its inception in carrying out the necessary preparations for the effective implementation of the Treaty once it enters …

I’d like to begin by expressing appreciation for Foreign Ministers Juppé and Lavrov, and Counternarcotics Minister Osmani for their leadership within the Paris Pact and for their support for a coordinated approach to Afghanistan’s regional security. I would also like to thank Secretary General Ban for his participation today, and to express our sincere gratitude …

Delivered by U.S. Mission Counselor for Arms Control John Godfrey (February 16, 2012) Thank you, Mr. Chairman. I am pleased to take the floor on behalf of the United States.  Our delegation looks forward to another productive session of Working Group B under the able leadership of you, your friends, the task leaders, and the …

Media Note Washington, DC Deputy Secretary of State Bill Burns, accompanied by Assistant Secretary for International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs William R. Brownfield, will travel to Vienna, Austria to attend the Paris Pact Ministerial in support of regional and Afghan counternarcotics efforts on February 16. He will then travel to Serbia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, …