 Protecting nuclear material from terrorists and criminal groups is on the global agenda this week, with over 130 countries coming together to strengthen their nuclear security commitments. We live in a world where nuclear activities are growing in a very sustained way. This is also a magnet for groups with malicious intentions that see in this material a possibility to create panic. The International Atomic Energy Agency is hosting the conference on nuclear security called ICONS for countries to discuss the best ways to secure nuclear and radioactive materials. Nuclear science has benefits in medicine, energy, the environment and more, but to unlock these benefits nuclear and other radioactive material needs to be protected. Topics at the conference include illicit trafficking, nuclear forensics, insider threats and cyber security among others. Nuclear security is a national responsibility but the IAEA provides a global platform for international cooperation. The agency also offers a range of direct support to countries on request. The IAEA is the best platform to share experiences and knowledge for the member states and to help to build international cooperation.