The Legal Justifications For State Participation In Compensating For Nuclear Damage

Abstract

This study addressed the legal justifications for state participation in compensating for nuclear damage, by discussing the principle of state intervention in nuclear damage compensation and the controversy surrounding it, followed by clarifying the extent of the state's financial responsibilities in compensation amounts.

The study recommended the importance of national nuclear laws specifying the circumstances of state intervention and its participation in compensating for nuclear damages, as this would instill confidence among operators and investors in the nuclear field. It also advocated for strict enforcement in obliging the nuclear operator and insurance companies to fulfill all their obligations and duties towards the nuclear facility or those harmed, so as not to turn the principle of state intervention into a gateway for nuclear operators or insurance companies to shirk the responsibility placed upon them. Furthermore, it emphasized the necessity of activating the principle of nuclear safety and security oversight, and maintaining nuclear security and safety, as this is considered the most important means to reduce the occurrence of nuclear accidents.