 Rafael Grossi of Argentina has been appointed as the new Director-General of the International Atomic Energy Agency. Mr. Grossi is an Argentinian diplomat with over 35 years of experience in non-proliferation and disarmament, including as an Assistant Director-General of the IAEA between 2010 and 2013. The work of the Agency is of the essence for international peace and security. This is clear for all of us. It is also essential for development. Mr. Grossi was appointed by the IAEA's Board of Governors, which consists of representatives from 35 member states. The appointment will need to be confirmed at an upcoming General Conference representing all 171 member states. I am very grateful for the support I received and I'm ready to work with all the members of this magnificent institution and with its staff, which is its greatest, most valuable asset. The IAEA is the International Centre for Cooperation in the Nuclear Field. It works with partners worldwide to promote the safe, secure and peaceful use of nuclear technologies.