ISLAMABAD  - International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Director General Yukiya Amano, Wednesday visited Pakistan's Centre of Excellence for Nuclear Security. He was briefed on the training spectrum based on international best practices and standards on nuclear security.
On the occasion, the DG IAEA in his remarks said " It is very impressive that you organize the training in a very systemic and operational manner."
It may be mentioned here that Pakistan has been operating nuclear plants for almost five decades with commendable safety and security record. As a responsible nuclear state, Pakistan desires to contribute to the global cause of nuclear security. In pursuit of its vision, Centre of Excellence (CoE) for Nuclear Security has been established in 2012 to impart training in entire range of activities, directly or indirectly linked with nuclear safety and security.  During the Nuclear Security Summit 2012 held in Seoul, the CoE has been offered as a training hub to the countries in the region and beyond.
The visit of DG IAEA to the Pakistan's Centre of Excellence for Nuclear Security is an international recognition of the high standards of training and culture of excellence in the field of nuclear security of Pakistan.
The nuclear security being the National responsibility, Pakistan accords the highest priority to it in all forms and manifestation.
Earlier on his arrival, he was received by Maj Gen Muhammad Tahir, Director General Security, SPD.