Establishing a zone free of nuclear weapons and weapons of mass destruction in the Middle East is the essential way to address regional security risks without discrimination, Egypt’s Minister of Electricity and Renewable Energy Mahmoud Essmat said on Tuesday. In a speech delivered at the second World Nuclear Energy Summit in Paris, Essmat stated that the peaceful use of atomic energy is an inherent right of all states under the Non-Proliferation Treaty. He added that Egypt is committed to full transparency in its nuclear activities under its legal obligations and comprehensive safeguards agreements. Essmat highlighted Egypt’s role as a regional hub for nuclear security, providing training and awareness programmes for Middle Eastern and African nations. He added that the inclusion of nuclear energy in the national energy mix would make such interconnections more stable and efficient for exporting clean electricity.

Source: Daily News Egypt March 10, 2026 15:45 UTC