The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) is the world's center of cooperation in the nuclear field
It was set up as the world's "Atoms for Peace" organization in 1957 within the United Nations family
The Agency works with its member states and multiple partners worldwide to promote safe, secure and peaceful nuclear technologies
As an independent international organization related to the United Nations system, the IAEA's relationship with the UN is regulated by special agreement
In terms of its Statute, the IAEA reports annually to the UN General Assembly and, when appropriate, to the Security Council regarding non -compliance by States with their safeguards obligations as well as on matters relating to international peace and security
The IAEA Secretariat is headqu