IAEA ready to partner with China, top official says

Hailing the "significant progress" China has made in nuclear development, a senior communication official of the International Atomic Energy Agency said that she looks forward to deepening collaboration with the country, as this year marks the 40th anniversary of China's accession to the international organization.

Sophie Boutaud de la Combe, director of the Office of Public Information and Communication of the IAEA, made the remarks during an international media tour in late August. The tour, themed Atoms for Better Home, was launched by the China Atomic Energy Authority's news office during her visit.

Boutaud de la Combe said the IAEA highly values its partnership with the CAEA and looks forward to deepening its collaboration and exploring the future directions together.