His Majesty King Abdullah attended the closing session of the Nuclear Security Summit, during which attendees discussed policies to combat smuggling nuclear materials.

During the session, attended by His Royal Highness Crown Prince Al Hussein bin Abdullah II, participants stressed that the dangerous scenario of terrorists’ possession of nuclear weapons and materials is one of the most alarming global challenges.

They highlighted the importance of having in place a comprehensive structure to enhance nuclear security on national, regional and international levels, and encouraging states to enact and enforce national laws on nuclear security.

The attendees stressed that in order to prevent terrorist groups from obtaining nuclear and radioactive materials, there has to be effective international cooperation that includes exchanging information in accordance with the local laws of each country.

The session covered ways to encourage countries to use nuclear power only for peaceful civilian purposes.