Joint Statement
What is the Joint Statement on Mitigating Insider Threats (INFCIRC/908)?
Issued by the United States in 2016, the Joint Statement on Mitigating Insider Threats, Information Circular 908 (INFCIRC/908), seeks to build awareness that insider threats are credible and pose serious threats to the security of nuclear and other radioactive materials. Per the Joint Statement, subscribing nations commit to:
- Support the IAEA to develop and implement an advanced, practitioner-level training course on insider threat mitigation, and
- Implement measures to mitigate insider risk by taking a risk-informed, graded approach.
Revision 1 of the Joint Statement on Mitigating Insider Threats
Revision 1 recognizes the efforts of the Advancing INFCIRC/908 “Mitigating Insider Threats” International Working Group and its Steering Committee in advancing the state-of-practice of the international community through practical products and tools. We enable practical implementation and sustainment of insider threat mitigation measures by using these practical products, prioritizing regional engagements, and showcasing leadership and expertise. We urge all countries to consider showcasing their efforts in mitigating insider threats by subscribing to the INFCIRC and endorsing Revision 1 via your Permanent Mission in Vienna.
Objectives of the Joint Statement
- Provide the foundation for organizing and advancing the international community’s efforts in insider threat mitigation for nuclear security.
- Advance key elements of the global nuclear security architecture with leader-endorsed momentum.
- Highlight INFCIRC/908 subscriber commitments and provide international recognition for efforts and achievements in mitigating insider threats.
- Promote leadership opportunities for subscribing countries to showcase their expertise in insider threat mitigation for nuclear security.
Participating Nations
More than 30 nations have joined the effort to mitigate insider threats by adopting a risk-informed, graded approach to protecting nuclear and other radioactive materials and facilities.
