Administrative Response to Nuclear and Radiological Emergencies in Iraqi Law (A Comparative Study(

Abstract

Abstract: This research addresses the issue of administrative response to nuclear and radiological emergencies in Iraqi law, within the framework of a comparative study with the legislation of South Korea, the United Arab Emirates and the Arab Republic of Egypt, with the aim of assessing the adequacy of the legal regulation in Iraq to deal with this type of high-risk emergency. The research is based on the premise that nuclear activity, despite its benefits in peaceful uses, remains fraught with risks, which necessitates the existence of an integrated legal and administrative system for preparedness and response to nuclear emergencies, whether in the pre-prevention stage, during the occurrence of the accident, or after it. The research focuses on defining the concept of a nuclear emergency and the conditions for its realization, and stating the legal basis for the competent authorities, while analyzing the preventive, immediate, and subsequent measures taken by the competent administration. The research also presents comparative models that illustrate the roles of nuclear regulatory bodies, national committees, and emergency plans. It highlights the importance of institutional coordination and advance planning in managing nuclear crises. The research concludes that the success of the administrative response to nuclear emergencies requires not only the existence of legal texts, but an integrated system that includes advance planning, technical readiness, and a balance between public safety requirements and respect for the principle of legality, while pointing out some shortcomings in the Iraqi legislative framework. © 2023 TUJR, College of Law, Tikrit University