title: Regional cooperation in RWM in the AO countries.
abstract: Regional cooperation in radioactive waste management (RWM) in the Asian and Oceanic countries has been successfully developing for more than 20 y. At present, the Asian and Oceanic countries recognise that there are several projects under the regional cooperation, such as the Forum for Nuclear Cooperation in Asia (FNCA), the Asian Nuclear Safety Network (ANSN) and the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) regional projects. The FNCA on Radiation Safety and RWM is an effective mechanism for enhancing socio-economic development through active regional partnership in the peaceful and safe utilisation of nuclear technology. The ANSN Topical Group on RWM is established for exchanging, pooling, and sharing knowledge in the field of nuclear safety. For IAEA regional cooperation on RWM, such as IAEA-regional project RAS/3/009 Strengthening Infrastructure of RWM can provide and support Asian and Oceanic countries for national work plan, fellowships and scientific visits as well as expert services.
authors.affiliation: Radioactive Waste Management Center, Thailand Institute of Nuclear Technology, 16 Vibhavadi-Rangsit Road, Chatuchack, Bangkok 10900, Thailand. nanthavan@tint.or.th
authors.forename: Nanthavan
authors.initials: N
authors.lastname: Ya-anant
authors.forename: Sutat
authors.initials: S
authors.lastname: Thiangtrongjit
mesh_terms: D001208:Asia; D001315:Australia; D006077:Government Agencies; D006801:Humans; D007391:International Cooperation; D011835:Radiation Protection; D011850:Radioactive Waste / Q000517:prevention & control*; D017751:Safety Management; D018505:Waste Management
chemical_list: D011850:Radioactive Waste