Diplomacy
Morocco secures pivotal role in African nuclear energy governance
As a key figure within the African Union tasked with overseeing the implementation of the Pelindaba Treaty to establish a nuclear-weapon-free Africa, the role of an AFCONE Commissioner demands exceptional strategic foresight, technical expertise, and diplomatic finesse.
Morocco has been unanimously elected as Commissioner of the African Commission on Nuclear Energy (AFCONE) for a three-year term.
The election took place during the seventh Conference of States Parties to the African Nuclear-Weapon-Free Zone Treaty, held at the African Union headquarters in Addis Ababa.
This appointment underscores the confidence placed in the Kingdom, aligning with its strategic vision on matters of peace, security, and development.
The recognition reflects Morocco’s pioneering role as a regional hub for the peaceful application of nuclear technology to address socio-economic challenges, particularly in healthcare and agriculture, while tackling water scarcity and ensuring food security.
Serving as an AFCONE Commissioner is a position of immense responsibility, blending strategic acumen, technical proficiency, and diplomatic skill to uphold the Pelindaba Treaty’s mission of a nuclear-free Africa.
Morocco is represented at the conference through a high-level delegation led by Ambassador Mohamed Arrouchi, Permanent Representative to the African Union and the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa. The delegation includes experts from the National Centre for Nuclear Energy, Sciences and Technology (CNESTEN) and the Moroccan Agency for Nuclear and Radiological Safety and Security (AMSSNuR).
