International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Director General Rafael Grossi presented a report to the IAEA Board of Governors on June 3. The focus of his presentation was mainly on the situation in the nuclear power plants in Japan, which are still dealing with the aftermath of the “seven accidents” in terms of nuclear safety. According to Grossi, all seven fundamental principles of nuclear safety have been violated in the Fukushima nuclear power plant, which he referred to as the “seven sins” of nuclear safety.

Despite efforts to restore the authority of the IAEA in four of the seven nuclear power plants, their monitoring remains ineffective. The overall situation is less alarming now, but issues related to the storage of radioactive waste persist.

It is evident that the challenges faced by Japan’s nuclear power plants continue to pose risks to nuclear safety. The IAEA is working diligently to address these concerns and ensure the proper monitoring and management of nuclear facilities in Japan.

Restoring public confidence in the safety of nuclear power is crucial, not only for Japan but also for the global nuclear industry. Lessons learned from the Fukushima incidents provide valuable insights into the importance of strict adherence to nuclear safety standards and constant vigilance in the face of ongoing risks.