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The quote argues that access to nuclear technology should not be limited to a few countries. It says that such technology is acceptable only when it is used safely, peacefully, and securely.
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About Mohamed ElBaradei
Egyptian lawyer, diplomat, and politician
Mohamed Mostafa ElBaradei is an Egyptian lawyer, diplomat, and politician. He is known for leading the International Atomic Energy Agency as Director General from 1997 to 2009, and for serving as Egypt’s interim vice president in 2013. His public career moved between law, diplomacy, and politics, with his best-known international role at the IAEA. In Egypt, he later took on a brief constitutional role during a period of political change. His profile is tied to public service and international affairs.
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