TEHRAN - Mohammad Eslami, the head of Iran's Atomic Energy Organization (AEOI), underscored Iran's preparedness to confront the dominance of powerful nations in the field of nuclear energy.

Speaking on the sidelines of the 1st International Conference on Nuclear Science and Technology in Isfahan province on Monday, Eslami reaffirmed Iran's commitment to peaceful nuclear pursuits while expressing a willingness to share the country's nuclear technologies with other nations.

Eslami's remarks come amidst persistent allegations by Western countries and their allies regarding the nature of Iran's nuclear program. Despite these claims, Iran has consistently maintained that its nuclear activities are solely intended for peaceful purposes and are in line with religious and moral principles that prohibit the weaponization of nuclear technology.

The international community, as represented by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), has repeatedly verified Iran's compliance with non-proliferation commitments. 

Eslami highlighted Iran's favorable levels of cooperation with the IAEA, which have contributed to the verification of the non-diversion of Iran's nuclear program.

In addition to addressing concerns surrounding Iran's nuclear program, Eslami praised an international nuclear conference held concurrently with the exhibition. Despite facing pressure from what he described as "imperialist forces," the conference attracted numerous seasoned experts who presented high-quality scientific papers.

Eslami emphasized the significance of such conferences in showcasing Iran's scientific and technological achievements to the world, further bolstering Iran's position as a key player in the global nuclear arena.

The exhibition coincides with the visit of Rafael Grossi, the Chief of the United Nations nuclear watchdog, to Tehran. Grossi's presence underscores the international attention surrounding Iran's nuclear activities, culminating in the upcoming inaugural International Conference on Nuclear Science and Technology in Isfahan.

Upon Grossi’s arrival in Tehran, the IAEA chief was welcomed by the Spokesman of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) Behrouz Kamalvandi.

Other than participating in the international nuclear conference, Grossi is set to hold talks with senior nuclear and political officials of Iran.

The 1st international conference of Iran's nuclear sciences and technologies will be held in Isfahan from May 6 to 8.