Euratom Treaty marks 50th anniversary

[Euratom Supply Agency, Foratom, 26 March] Celebrations were held in Brussels on 25 March to mark the 50th anniversary of the formation of the European Union (EU). However, the Treaty of the European Atomic Energy Community (Euratom Treaty) was signed at the same time as the Treaty of Rome, which led to the EU. The Euratom Treaty was intended to promote nuclear power in the six member states: France, Germany, Italy, Netherlands, Belgium and Luxembourg. The Treaty aimed to encourage development of the European nuclear industry, to enhance security of supply, to guarantee high standards of safety, ensuring that nuclear materials were not diverted for military uses, and encouraging investment in research and development. According to a statement by the European Commission (EC), the Euratom Treaty is "recognized as having made significant achievements in the field of research, the protection of health, safeguarding the peaceful use of nuclear materials and international relations."

Further information

EC Communication on the Euratom Treaty

WNA's Cooperation in the Nuclear Power Industry information paper