In brief
At Al Nakheel Palace in Abu Dhabi on 1 November 2026, Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan met a delegation from the Federal Authority for Nuclear Regulation (FANR) led by Director General Hamad Al Kaabi. The meeting covered FANR’s regulatory activities, nuclear safety, emergency readiness and the promotion of Emirati nationals in the sector, with 79% of the workforce now Emiratis. Sheikh Hamdan commended the national workforce’s efforts and highlighted the importance of continuous development of future nuclear technologies.
In Abu Dhabi on 1 November 2026, H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the Ruler’s Representative in the Al Dhafra Region, welcomed a delegation from the Federal Authority for Nuclear Regulation (FANR) at Al Nakheel Palace.
The delegation, headed by Director General Hamad Al Kaabi, briefed the Sheikh on FANR’s regulatory activities, nuclear safety and security measures, and its commitment to the peaceful use of nuclear energy in the UAE.
Al Kaabi presented an overview of the Authority’s operations, priorities and upcoming projects, noting that the UAE’s progress in the nuclear sector aligns with President His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan’s vision and the broader directives of the UAE leadership to strengthen national capabilities and uphold the highest safety standards.
Sheikh Hamdan praised the national team’s dedication in building a comprehensive emergency preparedness and response system, stating that this effort “contributes to strengthening the UAE’s readiness, protecting the nation and its achievements, ensuring a safe future for generations to come.”
The visit also covered FANR’s Emiratisation initiatives, with Emirati professionals comprising more than 79% of the Authority’s workforce. Sheikh Hamdan acknowledged these efforts as key to maintaining the sustainability of national expertise in the sector.
Discussion extended to future and emerging nuclear technologies, stressing the need to keep pace with scientific and technological advancements and the corresponding regulatory requirements.
The meeting concluded with an update on recent visits by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) to the Barakah Nuclear Energy Plant in Al Dhafra, underscoring the UAE’s ongoing collaboration with international regulatory bodies.
