RCA News 2026.10.16

Introductory Workshop for New National RCA Representatives

  The Introductory Workshop for New National RCA Representatives on the RCA Programme and Its Policy was successfully held from 12 to 14 October in Seoul Republic of Korea, and virtually via videoconferencing. Approximately 30 participants attended the workshop, including National Representatives from 13 RCA Government Parties, the RCA Focal Person, and the Lead of the Technical Advisory Panel.   During the workshop, participants were introduced to the operational structures and policy procedures of the IAEA Technical Development and RCA frameworks, as well as the mechanisms for RCA Programme development and implementation. The workshop also provided an opportunity for participants to exchange views and experiences, discuss ways to enhance the effectiveness of the RCA Programme, and explore approaches to strengthening the visibility and impact of RCA activities.   Recognising the value of the workshop in enhancing the National RCA Representatives' understanding of the RCA framework and their roles and responsibilities, participants expressed their appreciation for the initiative and encouraged the RCA Regional Office to continue organising similar activities in the future.

RCARO News 2026.10.06

New Participant of the RCARO Fellowship Programme

  Ms Rosyln Delaivoni, Foreign Service Officer, Multilateral Affairs Bureau, Ministry of Foreign Affairs and External Trade of Fiji, has joined RCA Regional Office as a new participant of the RCARO Fellowship Programme from 2 October to 29 December 2026. She could be contacted at rosyln@rcaro.org. 

RCA News 2026.09.23

RCA Side Event Held during the 70th IAEA General Conference

  The RCA Side Event, entitled "RCA: Advancing Positive Change through Nuclear Science and Technology in Asia and the Pacific," was held on the occasion of the 70th IAEA General Conference on 16 September 2026 in Vienna, Austria. Chaired by the RCA Committee of Chairs, the event brought together more than 70 participants, including National RCA Representatives and delegates from the Government Parties, as well as representatives of the IAEA, RCARO and partner organisations.   Aimed at highlighting the RCA's contribution to advancing the peaceful applications of nuclear science and technology across the Asia-Pacific region, the event featured a presentation on the major achievements of the RCA Programme, drawing on evidence-based findings from the social and economic impact assessment of the Programme conducted by the IAEA. This was followed by interventions from participating Government Parties and relevant stakeholders, who shared their perspectives on the value of the RCA and expressed their continued commitment to the RCA.   In his remarks, Mr Rafael Mariano Grossi, Director General of the IAEA, recognised the RCA as a highly active regional cooperation framework that contributes to positive change through nuclear science and technology and reaffirmed the Agency's continued support for RCA activities.

RCA News 2026.09.23

The Cook Islands Becomes a New Government Party to the RCA

  Following the approval of the 55th RCA General Conference Meeting, held on 11 September 2026 in Vienna, Austria, the Cook Islands formally deposited it instrument of acceptance of the 2017 RCA Agreement during the Treaty Event held on the margins of the 70th IAEA General Conference.   With this, the Cook Islands has become a new member of the RCA, bringing the total number of the RCA Government Parties to 23 across the Asia-Pacific region. Its participation marks a further expansion of regional cooperation in the peaceful applications of nuclear science and technology. At the same time, the Cook Islands is expected to benefit from greater access to advanced nuclear technologies, expertise and knowledge, contributing to the strengthening of its national capacities.   The RCA Government Parties warmly welcome the Cook Islands and look forward to its active participation in and contribution to a wide range of activities under the RCA framework.