TEHRAN- Iranian Ambassador and Permanent Representative to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) in Vienna, emphasized the importance of addressing technical matters without a political lens. 

During a seasonal meeting of the IAEA Board of Governors, Mohsen Naziri highlighted Iran's demonstrated commitment to constructive engagement with the IAEA, while also indicating that the country would not shy away from responding to disproportionate actions. 

Naziri noted that despite the provocative initiatives from the three European nations namely the UK, France, and Germany regarding an anti-Iran sanctions proposal, Iran remains dedicated to upholding the comprehensive safeguards agreement and continues its collaboration with the Agency. 
 
Naziri also mentioned the recent exchanges between the Iranian president Masoud Pezeshkian and the IAEA's managing director, expressing optimism that these discussions will facilitate enhanced cooperation to address outstanding issues. 

“The Islamic Republic of Iran is committed to maintaining its constructive technical collaboration with the Agency, in alignment with its rights and responsibilities under the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons (NPT) and the comprehensive safeguards agreement,” he concluded.

The Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons (NPT), established in 1968, aims to curb the proliferation of nuclear arms, foster collaboration in the peaceful applications of nuclear energy, and advance disarmament efforts. Officially in force since 1970, the treaty has garnered the support of 191 nations, making it the most widely accepted arms control agreement ever. 

Non-nuclear weapon states (NNWS) are committed to abstaining from acquiring or producing nuclear weapons in exchange for support in developing peaceful nuclear technologies.