‘Ross Atom’ Accents Nuclear Energy in Sustainable Development of MENA Countries

‘Ross Atom’ Accents Nuclear Energy in Sustainable Development of MENA Countries
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‘Ross Atom’ Accents Nuclear Energy in Sustainable Development of MENA Countries

‘Ross Atom’ Accents Nuclear Energy in Sustainable Development of MENA Countries

Dr. Gregory Sosnin, Vice President of the ASE Group representing the Engineering Department of Ross Atom, stressed the importance of nuclear energy as part of the sustainable development of MENA countries.

He was speaking at the Fifth Arab Forum on the Prospects of Nuclear Energy in Electricity Generation and Desalinization of Sea Water that was held lately in Cairo.

Sosnin, who works as director of the Egyptian Dabaa plant project, said: "Countries of the region today – such as Egypt, the United Arab Emirates, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, and Turkey – are all rich in hydrocarbons and enjoy a warm climate ideal for solar PV, but all of them invest in nuclear energy.

"The decision makes sense when you see the benefits of nuclear energy. Its potential is huge, in fact."

Speaking of Ross Atom's experience in building nuclear power plants, he added: “We firmly believe the successful implementation of nuclear energy program is inevitably linked to success in areas such as individuals working in nuclear energy, and problems of public acceptance.

"The background of many newcomers to the nuclear energy field revealed that the delay in training individuals could lead to a deviation in the project's assigned schedule," he said, explaining that the support of the public "becomes an engine for the project."

Speaking at a session on regulatory and legislative frameworks for nuclear activities, safety, security, and nuclear safeguards, Deputy General Manager of Ross Atum ServicesYulia Chernakhovskaya expressed her opinion on the importance of nuclear infrastructure for sustainable development in the country.

Chernakhovskaya said: "This way, for example, Ross Atom Services works as a secretary in the inter-ministerial agreement between Ross Atom and the Federal Agency for Environmental, Technology and Nuclear Management (Rostekhnadzor) as part of helping to create and improve national nuclear energy infrastructure in countries that create or Planning to build nuclear facilities according to Russian designs."



Saudi EXIM Hosts Global Risk Experts Meeting in Riyadh

The event gathered specialists from 47 organizations from 33 countries; it served as a platform for discussing strategies, partnerships, and innovative solutions. - SPA
The event gathered specialists from 47 organizations from 33 countries; it served as a platform for discussing strategies, partnerships, and innovative solutions. - SPA
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Saudi EXIM Hosts Global Risk Experts Meeting in Riyadh

The event gathered specialists from 47 organizations from 33 countries; it served as a platform for discussing strategies, partnerships, and innovative solutions. - SPA
The event gathered specialists from 47 organizations from 33 countries; it served as a platform for discussing strategies, partnerships, and innovative solutions. - SPA

The Saudi Export-Import Bank (Saudi EXIM) hosted the Berne Union's Country Risk Specialist Meeting, providing a platform for experts and thought leaders in risk management from the export credit community.
At the meeting, which took place from November 19 to 21 in Riyadh, the attendees exchanged best practices to better protect the industry amid shifting global dynamics.
According to a press release issued by the Saudi EXIM on Saturday, the event gathered specialists from 47 organizations from 33 countries; it served as a platform for discussing strategies, partnerships, and innovative solutions.
By strengthening institutional resilience, the industry is ready to turn global economic challenges into opportunities for economic prosperity, said the release, adding that it played a crucial role in advancing global trade, strengthening international cooperation, and developing credit solutions that empower export activities while controlling risk, SPA reported.
According to the release, discussions centered on critical risks impacting international trade and the global economy, such as debt sustainability and geopolitical tensions, along with innovative approaches to risk modelling. Participants also explored the global shifts in infrastructure, energy and critical minerals sectors, and were given an overview of Saudi Arabia's National Industrial Strategy, which focuses on economic diversification through investments, developing new sectors, and promoting local industries.
In his opening remarks, Saudi EXIM CEO Eng. Saad bin Abdulaziz Al-Khalb said the meeting is an ideal platform to address risks impacting global economic decision making.
He stated: "Through such meetings, we can turn challenges into strategic opportunities and enhance our resilience in an ever-changing world. At Saudi EXIM, we remain committed to enabling companies by offering expert financial and non-financial solutions to navigate risks effectively."
He also said that "at Saudi EXIM, we place great emphasis on risk management. In alignment with the main objective of this meeting, I am pleased to announce the completion of our independent country risk model, which is supported by advanced modelling tools and machine learning. This model will provide country ratings and predictions of default risks. We look forward to collaborating with our partners in other export credit agencies to exchange knowledge and expertise, and to strengthening our risk management functions with greater responsibility and effectiveness."
Associate Director at Berne Union Eve Hall said: "The global risk landscape today is highly volatile and highly interconnected. As we navigate our way around the ongoing transformations connected to energy transition and shifting industrial strategies, the traditional concept of 'country risk' is becoming increasingly complex. Our industry excels at understanding, quantifying and pricing these risks, and by bringing together this community of experts for technical exchange the Berne Union is able to help support the development of the industry as a whole. The initiatives announced by our colleagues at Saudi EXIM, making use of new technology in risk analysis, provide a fantastic example of where collaboration in this field can be effectively applied."
The release disclosed that Saudi EXIM's membership in Berne represents a significant strategic step, and is consistent with the Kingdom's commitment to expanding collaboration and integration in the global economy.
This is achieved by building partnerships with leading institutions to address the challenges facing the export credit sector. It also aligns with the bank's goal of developing the export of national products and services through partnerships with national and international financial and funding organizations.
Berne Union works with global trade organizations to encourage the adoption of best practices in export credit insurance, and to cooperate in maintaining the stability of global trade.
Saudi EXIM, a development bank under the National Development Fund, contributes to diversifying the Kingdom's economic base by improving the efficiency of non-oil export ecosystems, bridging financial gaps, and minimizing export risks. This plays a role in helping the non-oil national economy grow, in line with Vision 2030.