US Department of Energy Conducted:Nepal Border Security Workshop

The United States Department of Energy, National Nuclear Security Administration conducted a three-day event in Kathmandu, Nepal called “Nepal Border Security Workshop”. The event was held from March 23 to 25, 2023, and was attended by personnel from various organizations such as Nepal Customs, Nepali Army, Nepal Police, Armed Police Force, and border experts. The primary focus of the event was on nuclear and radioactive materials detection, location, and identification. Experts from the United States demonstrated their expertise in nuclear and radioactive materials technology, various devices used for detection, location, and identification of such materials, and best practices from other countries. Scenario-based discussions were conducted to address the challenges and issues related to nuclear smuggling, detection, and deterrence.

The “Nepal Border Security Workshop” was a valuable opportunity for personnel from different organizations to come together and discuss critical issues related to border security, particularly in the detection and prevention of nuclear and radioactive materials smuggling.