International Atomic Energy Agency director-general Rafael Grossi has visited two uranium mines in Niger, months after French company Orano announced it would be halting its uranium production in the country, citing a “highly deteriorated” situation and its inability to operate.
Grossi visited the Somair and Cominak mines on 11 March, the IAEA said.
Grossi said on social media platform X: “Yesterday, I visited the SOMAÏR & COMINAK uranium mines in Niger, a major uranium producer. @IAEAorg ensures safe, secure, and peaceful operations while supporting this sector. I appreciate the professionalism, transparency, and cooperation observed.
In a video posted on X Grossi said uranium is an essential resource for nuclear power plants globally and Niger is one of the world’s biggest producers.
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