Atomic energy a miracle cure: Hatta

Atomic energy a miracle cure: Hatta

JAKARTA: State Minister of Research and Technology Hatta
Radjasa was named the president for the 46th General Conference
of International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) in Vienna, which
began on Monday.

In his opening speech, Hatta proposed that the conference
discuss the use of nuclear technology for the general public's
welfare.

Given its status as an independent institution under the
auspices of the UN, IAEA could play a leading role in nuclear
promotion and protection and provide technical assistance for
developing countries to conduct research, improve health, secure
food and fulfill demands for energy, Hatta said.

Experience had taught of the benefits of nuclear energy in
helping the international community create sustainable
development, which in turn could eradicate poverty and certain
elements in society who follow an ideology related to radicalism
and activities that lead to terrorism, Hatta claimed.

During the five-day conference, ministers and senior officials
from 134 countries will also discuss safeguard systems for
nuclear and other radioactive substances, implementation of the
security cooperation agreement with North Korea and
implementation of the UN resolution on Iraq. -- JP