CLEAN : 'No artificial deadline, no pre-defined outcome,' says IAEA chief on return from Iran

The transcript discusses the current state of safeguards monitoring, focusing on the challenges of evaluating large data sets and the limitations imposed by Iran. It explores the potential for cooperation with Iran and the implications for trade. The Director General of the IEA emphasizes the importance of continuing the process without predefined outcomes or deadlines, highlighting the need for professional evaluation free from political influence.

What is one of the main challenges mentioned in monitoring safeguards?

• Political interference

• Insufficient funding

• Vast amount of data

• Lack of technology

What could expedite the process of cooperation with Iran?

• Increased funding

• Iran's cooperation

• International pressure

• Technological advancements

What is emphasized as important in the process with Iran?

• Predefined outcomes

• Board's competencies

• Continuing the process

• Political influence

What is the speaker's stance on political influence in the evaluation process?

• It is necessary

• It is unavoidable

• It enhances the process

• It should be minimized

What is the role of experts in the evaluation process according to the speaker?

• To ensure funding

• To expedite the process

• To provide independent analysis

• To follow political directives