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GUAM Countries Showcase Regional Cooperation in Nuclear Forensics
399/49411 Sep 2023 - 12 Sep 2023
The GUAM Regional Workshop, titled "Signatures of Nuclear and other Radioactive Materials and Use of Nuclear Forensics Information Systems," held on September 11-12, 2023, in Baku, Republic of Azerbaijan, showcased the unique regional cooperation among Georgia, Ukraine, Azerbaijan, and Moldova (GUAM) in the field of nuclear forensics.
The seminar, organized as part of the STCU project 9914, "Information-driven support to nuclear forensic interpretation," marked a significant step towards enhancing nuclear forensic capabilities and fostering collaboration among the GUAM countries.
The primary objective of the workshop was to demonstrate the practicality and investigative value of the National Nuclear Forensics Library (NNFL) and Regional Nuclear Forensics Information System (RNFIS) in the GUAM countries. These systems aim to support nuclear forensic investigations by providing access to critical information and resources.
To facilitate the seminar, four realistic scenarios were developed for each participating country, based on actual nuclear forensic investigations. During the workshop, each team showcased how they utilized their respective National NNFL, Regional NFIS, and the NNFLs of partner countries to advance nuclear forensic investigations. The cooperation among these countries proved to be a vital asset, supporting investigations and prosecution at various stages.
This seminar underlined the importance of regional collaboration in addressing nuclear security challenges. The GUAM countries' joint efforts not only demonstrated the efficiency of their nuclear forensic informational systems capabilities but also highlighted the benefits of fruitful regional cooperation. Such collaboration can significantly enhance their capacity to respond to nuclear security threats effectively.
The results of the workshop have provided valuable insights into the further actions needed to consolidate these processes at both the national and regional levels. It is expected that this initiative will serve as a model for other regions, emphasizing the importance of international cooperation in nuclear forensics and security.
This Regional Workshop represents a significant milestone in GUAM countries' commitment to strengthening their nuclear forensic capabilities and working together to ensure the safety and security of their region and the world.