Comprehensive Safeguards Agreement

A Comprehensive Safeguards Agreement is an international treaty between the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) and a country, aimed at ensuring that nuclear materials and facilities are used solely for peaceful purposes, such as energy or medicine. It involves the continuous monitoring, inspection, and verification of nuclear activities to prevent the development of nuclear weapons. The agreement promotes transparency and confidence, helping to ensure that a country's nuclear program remains peaceful and compliant with international non-proliferation standards.