IAEA Media Advisories

Media Advisory 2008/07

Press Briefing on IAEA Nuclear Security Assistance to Beijing Olympics

22 May 2008 | Anita Nilsson, Head of the Office of Nuclear Security in the IAEA, will provide technical information about assistance requested by the Government of China for improving nuclear security at the Beijing Summer Olympic Games and take reporter´s questions.

The Agency, through the Office of Nuclear Security, is helping to enhance China´s capabilities for ensuring the nuclear security of the 2008 Olympic Games.

When: Friday, 23 May 2008 at 10:00.
Where: VIC, Room C0453

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