Liberia is actively participating in the 2024 International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Ministerial Conference on Nuclear Science, Technology, and Applications, which opened in Vienna, Austria on November 26, 2024. Ambassador to Germany and Permanent Representative to the IAEA, H.E. Youngor S. Telewoda, leads Liberia’s delegation to the conference, which focuses on leveraging nuclear science for sustainable development and global cooperation.
The IAEA conference brings together leaders, policymakers, and nuclear experts worldwide to explore how atomic technology is applied to solve pressing challenges such as health advancements, agricultural innovation, and climate resilience. This year’s event is a platform for countries to share technological achievements and propose innovative solutions using nuclear science.
Liberia’s participation underscores its growing commitment to utilizing nuclear technology for national development. Liberia seeks to enhance its knowledge of nuclear applications by attending IAEA events for sectors like agriculture, healthcare, and energy. The country actively engages with global stakeholders to ensure its participation in collaborative projects supporting sustainable development goals.
Ambassador Telewoda, Assistant Minister for International Organizations Ms. Karishma Pelham-Raad, and Counselor Charles H. V. Allien Jr. represent Liberia’s priorities at the conference. They advocate for increased international cooperation and highlight Liberia’s potential contributions to global nuclear science and technology efforts.
Liberia’s involvement in the IAEA Ministerial Conference reflects its ambition to position itself as a leader in the peaceful and sustainable use of nuclear technology, ensuring its development goals are aligned with global best practices.
