Statement by Ambassador KAIFU Atsushi at the IAEA Board of Governors Meeting starting on Monday, 9 June 2025 Item 7: Nuclear Safety, Security and Safeguards in Ukraine
2025/6/12
Thank you, Madame Chair,
Japan fully associates with the joint statement delivered by Canada.
Japan expresses deep concern about the nuclear safety and security situation in Ukraine. The precarious situation at the occupied Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant (ZNPP) continues, with six of the Seven Pillars compromised. It still faces an array of challenges which continue to put the Five Principles and the overall nuclear safety and security of the plant at great risk. Japan acknowledges that groundwater cooling provides only a temporary solution for reactors in cold shutdown and concurs with the Agency’s assessment that no reactor is to be restarted as long as the situation remains in jeopardy.
We are also deeply concerned by the frequent observation of drones flying in proximity to the operating NPPs. Adherence to the Seven Pillars and Five Principles are essential to preventing the catastrophic consequences of a nuclear accident.
Japan firmly supports the IAEA’s presence at all of Ukraine’s nuclear sites. The IAEA’s impartial and objective assessments, along with its timely provision of relevant information, are essential. The IAEA’s assessment ability on the nuclear safety and security situation at the ZNPP together with observance of all Five Principles should not be limited. This requires timely and appropriate access along with open and precise information sharing. Japan underscores the critical importance of the safety and regular rotation of IAEA staff.
Madame Chair,
Japan expresses its grave concern that the Russian Federation has not heeded the IAEA General Conference and Board resolutions. Ukraine’s ZNPP should be returned to the full control of the Ukrainian authorities. Japan hopes that the various diplomatic efforts which are currently ongoing will bear fruit and help achieve a breakthrough in the situation. Japan consistently supports Ukraine’s sovereignty, independence, and territorial integrity within its internationally recognized borders.
Madame Chair,
Japan deeply appreciates the DG and the Agency staff for their dedicated efforts under difficult circumstances. We also commend the Agency for continuing to implement safeguards in Ukraine in accordance with Ukraine’s CSA (Comprehensive Safeguards Agreement) and AP (Additional Protocol).
Japan expresses continued support to the IAEA’s work.
Last but not least, Japan thanks DDG Evrard for dedicated and noble work amidst these challenging circumstances. Wish you all the best in future endeavors.
I thank you, Chair.
Japan fully associates with the joint statement delivered by Canada.
Japan expresses deep concern about the nuclear safety and security situation in Ukraine. The precarious situation at the occupied Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant (ZNPP) continues, with six of the Seven Pillars compromised. It still faces an array of challenges which continue to put the Five Principles and the overall nuclear safety and security of the plant at great risk. Japan acknowledges that groundwater cooling provides only a temporary solution for reactors in cold shutdown and concurs with the Agency’s assessment that no reactor is to be restarted as long as the situation remains in jeopardy.
We are also deeply concerned by the frequent observation of drones flying in proximity to the operating NPPs. Adherence to the Seven Pillars and Five Principles are essential to preventing the catastrophic consequences of a nuclear accident.
Japan firmly supports the IAEA’s presence at all of Ukraine’s nuclear sites. The IAEA’s impartial and objective assessments, along with its timely provision of relevant information, are essential. The IAEA’s assessment ability on the nuclear safety and security situation at the ZNPP together with observance of all Five Principles should not be limited. This requires timely and appropriate access along with open and precise information sharing. Japan underscores the critical importance of the safety and regular rotation of IAEA staff.
Madame Chair,
Japan expresses its grave concern that the Russian Federation has not heeded the IAEA General Conference and Board resolutions. Ukraine’s ZNPP should be returned to the full control of the Ukrainian authorities. Japan hopes that the various diplomatic efforts which are currently ongoing will bear fruit and help achieve a breakthrough in the situation. Japan consistently supports Ukraine’s sovereignty, independence, and territorial integrity within its internationally recognized borders.
Madame Chair,
Japan deeply appreciates the DG and the Agency staff for their dedicated efforts under difficult circumstances. We also commend the Agency for continuing to implement safeguards in Ukraine in accordance with Ukraine’s CSA (Comprehensive Safeguards Agreement) and AP (Additional Protocol).
Japan expresses continued support to the IAEA’s work.
Last but not least, Japan thanks DDG Evrard for dedicated and noble work amidst these challenging circumstances. Wish you all the best in future endeavors.
I thank you, Chair.