The UAE’s Federal Authority for Nuclear Regulation (FANR) is currently reviewing the Operating License Application for Unit 3 of the Barakah Nuclear Power Plant and is expected to issue the license in 2022, when the plant’s operator Nawah Energy Company (Nawah) meets all regulatory requirements in terms of safety, security, and safeguards.
The board of management of the UAE’s FANR were briefed on the latest progress being made at the Barakah Nuclear Power Plant while reviewing the authority’s 2023-2026 strategy.
The Barakah Nuclear Power Plant’s Unit 1 is currently undergoing the regular nuclear refuelling and maintenance phase, while Unit 2 has begun commercial operations, the state-run news agency, Wam, reported.
The board approved FANR’s 2023-2026 strategy, which details its future roadmap in regulating the nuclear and radiological sectors in the UAE.
The strategy focuses on the oversight of the safety and security of the Barakah plant, as well as its waste management, research and development, regulatory framework, and strategic national and international cooperation, among other regulatory matters.
The approved four-year strategy is in full alignment with the Federal Government guidance.
The board also approved the 2023 budget to support the FANR’s plans, strategic initiatives, and projects, which enable its mandate as a nuclear regulator.
The board also approved a project agreement with the Nuclear Research Centre of Belgium to collaborate in education, capacity building, and research and development in nuclear technology and radiation protection.
Members of the board underscored the importance of building the capacity of young Emirati engineers to work in this field as FANR places paramount significance on building Emirati nuclear expertise.
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