FNCA Workshop (WS) on Human Resources Development was held in Tsuruga, Fukui Prefecture, Japan from 17 to 19 September 2013, sponsored by Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT) of Japan, and co-sponsored by Fukui Prefectural Government, The Wakasa Wan Energy Research Center (WERC), and the University of Fukui.

On 17 September, open seminar was held in Research Institute of Nuclear Engineering, the University of Fukui, having more than 60 audiences, to provide lectures on HRD activities conducted in Japan and Asian countries.

During workshop, participants from 11 countries delivered country report focusing on following topics.

· Government policy and budget for nuclear HRD
· Update of HRD network and focal point
· Demand and challenges of nuclear HRD
· Roles of research institute, university and power company for HRD of nuclear power program
· Key issues and strategy for HRD of nuclear power program
· Desirable roles of international cooperation for nuclear HRD

It is confirmed that all member countries have successfully established domestic HRD network, and the network should be continuously followed up.

Survey result on Asian Nuclear Education and Training Program (ANTEP) and current situation of Nuclear Researchers Exchange Program (NREP) was introduced. And reports on HRD for nuclear power and radiation application were delivered.

Since this project faces final year of phase of its activities, points of evaluation were presented.

On the last day, technical visit to the Wakasa Wan Energy Research Center (WERC), Tsuruga Training Center of the Japan Atomic Power Company (JAPC), and Fukui Atomic Information Center "At Home" were conducted.

Host: Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT) of Japan
In Cooperation with Fukui Prefectural Government, The Wakasa Wan Energy Research
Center and University of Fukui

Opening Session
Dr. Sueo MACHI, FNCA Coordinator of Japan and Dr. Shuichi SAKAMOTO, Director, International Nuclear and Fusion Energy Affairs Division, Research and Development Bureau, Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT) delivered opening remarks. And these were followed by welcome remarks by Mr. Tatsuji SUGIMOTO, Vice- Governor, the Fukui Prefectural Government.

Session 1: FNCA Project Review
Dr. MACHI reported the progress of FNCA project and 13th Ministerial Meeting in 2012. He recommended that RCA should cooperate in the area of common interest of FNCA member state for enhanced synergy. He strongly recommended to Sharing results and experience by mutual participation to WSs.
Dr. YAMASHITA reported the achievement and challenge of FNCA HRD project in 2012. The National Nuclear HRD networks (NW) have been established, And Focal points of NW have been designated in all MCs. He strongly recommended to following-up is very important. The ITP and NREP program are expected to continue. The Asian Nuclear Training and Education Program (ANTEP) is expected to find further active usage.

FNCA Open Seminar on "Human Resources Development for Nuclear Science and Technology"
In the afternoon of 17 September, WS participants moved to Research Institute of Nuclear Engineering, the University of Fukui, and FNCA Open Seminar on "Human Resources Development for Nuclear Science and Technology" took place having about 60 audiences.
Following opening remarks by Dr. MACHI, Dr. SAKAMOTO explained about Japanese nuclear HRD network and 3 programs, namely "FNCA", "Nuclear Researchers Exchange Program (NREP)" and "Instructor Training Program (ITP)", in the presentation entitled "MEXT Program Supporting HRD for Nuclear Energy and Radiation Utilization in Asian Countries".
And Prof. Yoshinari ANODA introduced outline of Research Institute of Nuclear Engineering,
University of Fukui, current research subjects, and international cooperation, in the presentation entitled "Status of Research and Education at Research Institute of Nuclear Engineering, University of Fukui".
And then, on behalf of the participants to NREP in Fukui prefecture, Ms. Shill SOMA from Bangladesh expressed their goals for research activities. And also, Mr. NGUYEN Tuan Khai from Vietnam who participates to ITP in Japan expressed his goals for the research activities.

Then Mr. HOU Yinghong from China General Nuclear Power Corporation (CGNPC) introduced perspective of NPP development in China and corresponding HRD activities in the presentation entitled HRD of China for Growing Nuclear Power".
And then, Mr. NGUYEN Manh Hung from Vietnam Atomic Energy Institute (VINATOM) told about HRD activities in Vietnam for NPP introduction in the presentation entitled "Strategy and Challenges of Nuclear HRD for Nuclear Power Plant in Vietnam".
Following them, Mr. Eko Yuli WINARNO from National Nuclear Energy Agency (BATAN) of Indonesia told about HRD activities for nuclear science and technology and NPP introduction in Indonesia, in the presentation entitled "Indonesia HRD for Nuclear Science and Technology and Nuclear Power".
Finally, Dr. MACHI explained about merits of nuclear application and overview of FNCA activities.

Session 2: Strategy of National Nuclear HRD for Nuclear Power and Nuclear Application
Dr. MACHI, FNCA coordinator emphasized the resolusion of the 13th Ministerial meeting and recommendation on HRD of the 13th Coordinator meeting on HRD that the FNCA Member States agrees up on establishment of national nuclear HRD network with single focal point to enhance effective implementation of nuclear HRD on applications and NPP. Also, in the conclusion and recommendation of the 14th Coordinators meeting, it was agreed that representatives of senior officers in charge of HRD to participate in the next workshop to exchange experiences and to discuss the direction of Nuclear HRD.

Representatives of participating countries presented the strategy of national nuclear HRD for NPP and applications on important issues including government policy and budget for nuclear HRD, update of HRD network and focal point, demand and challenges of nuclear HRD, roles of research institute, university and power company for HRD of nuclear power program, key issues and strategy for HRD of nuclear power program and desirable roles of international cooperation for nuclear HRD.

Summary of each country reports are attached in the annex.

After the presentation of country report, the participants had round table discussion for conclusion of session 2, and there were 4 points of discussion.

1.National Policy and Budget for nuclear HRD.
Some member country has a very clear policy and budget for nuclear HRD such as Vietnam, China. After the Fukushima Accident, Japanese Government is more concentrated on the nuclear power plants decommissioning and safety activities. Malaysia and the Philippines are still waiting for their respective government decision on the policy and budget for nuclear HRD. China has a very comprehensive nuclear HRD policy as well as budget for it.

2.Demand and obstacles of nuclear HRD.
All member countries agreed that the public acceptance is the major obstacles of the nuclear HRD. The workshop agreed that member countries of the FNCA should have the inventory of the activities on the public acceptance and will report it in the next workshop. Training for teachers at the primary school, HRD on nuclear communicators as well as e-learning should be used in enhancing the nuclear HRD development.

3.Specific challenges of HRD for nuclear power and ways to address them
Malaysia and Indonesia highlighted the problem with young scientist/nuclear related workers which are refused to enhance their skill and competencies in any training which is more than 3 months duration. The workshop does not have any solution to this issue.

4.Need of International Cooperation for nuclear HRD.
The workshop agreed that the international cooperation is very important for the nuclear HRD not just with the well advanced and developed countries which are champion in the nuclear technology such as Japan, Korea, China as well as other international organization such IAEA etc. Dispatching of experts to member countries and exchange program is very important element.

Session 3: How to Improve Asian Nuclear Training and Education Program (ANTEP) and MEXT Nuclear Researchers Exchange Program (NREP)
The FNCA HRD coordinators thank Aiko Nagai and her colleagues for their tremendous work concerning ANTEP and NREP; they value the overview presented and initiating an evaluation of the program.

The discussion on operational aspects of the survey can be summarised as follows:

·	There was positive feedback on the method as candidates are well selected
·	The topics/themes of programmes should be less specific and more general
·	More time is required to complete the survey; 2 months are suggested
·	When the statistics on demand and request will become available the HRD focal point will be informed so that they can see oversubscription for particular topics and inform about available programs that might be offered in their country

Implementations issues due to lack of funding could be addressed by integrating other countries into the selection process of the Japanese NREP program. The following actions are suggested:

·	Each country (focal HRD contact) can suggested a limited number of candidates by topic (~8 applicants)
·	The suggested applicants will be prioritised for each country (focal HRD contact to organise panel); a recommendation letter might be requested
·	Unsuccessful (but highly ranked) candidates will be informed about potential programs in other countries with copy to HRD focal point; these programs might only offer in-kind contribution (eg fee waiving, some contribution to accommodation) ;

It might be useful to revise the application form (possibly send a copy to all HRD contacts for comments):

·	Objectives need to be clearly stated
·	Training need to be justified in view of development of candidate and with regards to benefits for the country
·	FNCA coordinator or HRD focal point should sign off on applications as this provides the opportunity to review an application

Suggestions for fostering international collaboration

·	MOUs between institutions/organisations will promote collaboration (bi-lateral)
·	Dispatching of experts (for specific needs in a country) is valuable for sharing expertise
·	Specific collaborative projects (sharing expertise) benefit from a formal agreement (MOU or other); in addition, this makes the collaboration more visible
·	Collaboration in research should be scrutinised for potential opportunities in further development concerning HRD

Session 4: Strategy of HRD for Introduction of the 1st Nuclear Power Plant

1.	The roles of domestic universities are to provide basic education in the fields of nuclear engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, chemical engineering, and others to students who will enter the job to utility company which operating its first nuclear power plant. The basic knowledge they got during study in the universities will help them dealing their task and responsibility in the utility company.
2.	Nuclear research institutes have specific roles to provide special internship for university students and employees from utility companies running first NPP in the fields of nuclear engineering, reactor safety, radiation safety, nuclear security, etc. They should provide practical knowledge from basic until high level of knowledge. Hands-on experiences are very beneficial to enhance their knowledge and skill in those fields.
3.	NPP vendors have the most important roles for HRD for NPP. The vendors should provide hands-on training in specific areas such as operator and supervisor nuclear power reactor, maintenance personnel of NPP, and also management of operation of NPP for utility employees. The special knowledge and skill earning during trainings are very important for utility employees when they take part during commissioning of NPP and early state of nuclear power operation. Only special personnel should go to these high level of trainings.
4.	Sharing experience on strategic HRD for NPP is very important from countries having NPP to countries embarking a first NPP project. This special topic should be address in the next FNCA workshop. The countries, like Japan, Korea, and China, should make specific and very detail presentation how to prepare a strategic HRD for NPP.

Session 5: Strategy of HRD for Nuclear Applications in Food/Agriculture, Industry, Human Health, and Environmental Protection
Participants had highly appreciated presentations on successful activities of Australia and Malaysia for the promotion of nuclear technologies in the variety of application.
In the result of discussion on the collaboration with end-users of technology following recommendations for newcomers were developed:

1.	On the preliminary stage - broad and clear information about the products of nuclear technology for public and government.
2.	Governmental support obtaining.
3.	Low prices for the products produced by nuclear technologies on the initial stage.
4.	Information about success of products utilization.
5.	Institutes must support tight cooperation with companies engaged with bounded production by providing information about new developments in the field of nuclear technologies and their application.
6.	Training specialists' tor such important field as radiation oncology is a very important and common issue and special attention must be paid to this problem.
7.	Fundamental education in the universities in the field of nuclear physics, radiation chemistry and technologies is very important for the formation of human base for further training in narrower field.

Session 6: Direction and Plan for 2013 of HRD Project
Session 6 started with a presentation of Dr. Yamashita, HRD Project Leader of Japan. The title of the PPT was "Direction and Plan for 2013 of HRD Project". In the PPT, Dr. Yamashita raised the following points for discussion in the Session.

1.	Sharing experience and information on successful nuclear HRD in each country,
2.	Ways and means to enhance the cooperation among FNCA countries for nuclear HRD,
3.	Making linkage among the national HRD network in Member Countries and
4.	Improved implementation of ANTEP.

He mentioned that it is a success of the project that it could help MCs (Member Countries) establish/develop their HRD Networks. In this connection he pointed out that Mongolia has changed its Network quite significantly, Thai Network is still in the draft stage and for the Network of Vietnam, the matter of Network-Secretariat needs to be cleared.

Dr. Yamashita also mentioned that ITC & FTC has been found to be very useful for countries introducing NPPs. ITC is an effective means of developing self-standing HRD programs for the countries. Success of NPP projects depends greatly on the HRD roadmap. He also mentioned that China can play an important role in connection with the HR development (both for Regulatory Body and for NPP Operator) in those countries. The matter of public acceptance, which was identified in the WS as an important issue, needs to be addressed appropriately, he added.

The second PPT in the Session was from Dr. Machi, FNCA Coordinator. The title of his PPT was "Draft Future plan of HRD Project". Dr. Machi pointed out that though the objectives of the present HRD Project has been achieved significantly, yet it seems that there exist needs to strengthen further the activities being carried out under the present HRD project. In this connection Dr. Machi mentioned that the FNCA HRD Project may be reviewed keeping in mind the following points:

·	What are the specific merits of the HRD project to strengthen national HRD program?
·	Is information exchange at the Project Workshop useful for improving the national HRD programs of the MCs?
·	How to improve the HRD project to meet the needs of the MCs?
·	Is ANTEP useful?
·	How to improve ANTEP?
·	Is HRD Project to be continued or terminated?

Presenting the Draft Objectives of New Phase of HRD Project from 2014 to 16, Dr. Machi mentioned that new project may address Passive Cooperation particularly on the matter of sharing experiences, strategies, and challenges for nuclear HRD to improve national plan and regional cooperation for HRD (continuation of current activities) as well as the Active Cooperation through implementation of the following specific activities:

·	Setting the Forum of National HRD Networks for possible cooperation and information exchange between Networks of MCs,
·	ANTEP improvement for implementation of matched program with needs in addition to NREP of Japan,
·	Formulating effective plan to develop nuclear communicators for improvement of public understanding and stakeholder involvement for nuclear power program and
·	Reviewing current HRD programs offered by the MEXT to meet better with the needs.

Participants of the WS took part actively in discussions on the issues/points presented in the Session and pointed that the issues/points raised are all appreciable and are to be supported. Participant from Kazakhstan proposed that HRD of specific area, such as nuclear engineering, radiation protection, waste management, etc. should be discussed in more details taking more time. Malaysian participant mentioned that mobilization of fund and budget is the critical issue for successful implementation of ANTEP. Participant from Australia pointed out that the importance of advanced technology applications using heavy particle accelerators needs to be given due attention and MEXT may organize international/regional seminar on the matter. She also mentioned that such seminar may jointly be organized with IAEA.

Technical visit
The site tour was conducted in following organization s and facilities;

·	Irradiation Room of the Wakasawan Energy Research Center (WERC)
·	Tsuruga Training Center of the Japan Atomic Power Company -Compact Simulator Room -Plant Model Room -Trouble Cases Displayed Room -Laboratory No. 1   Contamination Survey Meters   Ge Semiconductor Measuring Devices -Disassembly & Inspection Area -Experimental Equipment of Water & Steam (Heat)   Equipment for Understanding the Behavior of Water, Steam and Heat
·	Tsuruga Power Station Unit 2 Full Scope Simulator Room
·	Nuclear Emergency Assistance Center
·	Fukui Atomic Information Center "At Home" -Participants were given explanation on the profile of the center, and they experienced hands on exhibits.

Session 7
Dr. Machi presented the draft of the Conclusion and it was reviewed and amended. It is decided that the final version of the Conclusion would be circulated to the participants after the WS.

Closing Session
Closing remarks were delivered by Dr. MACHI and Ms. Moe AOKI, Special Staff, International Nuclear Cooperation Division, Research and Development Bureau, MEXT, respectively.

National HRD Network
Dr. Sueo MACHI, FNCA Coordinator of Japan and Dr. Shuichi SAKAMOTO, Director, International Nuclear and Fusion Energy Affairs Division, Research and Development Bureau, Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT) delivered opening remarks. And these were followed by welcome remarks by Mr. Tatsuji SUGIMOTO, Vice- Governor, the Fukui Prefectural Government.

1.	The meeting appreciates that all FNCA countries have set up their national nuclear Human Resource Development (HRD) network and designated a focal point for the network following recommendations of the HRD Project and the Coordinators Meeting.
2.	The meeting requests that the HRD network of member countries works effectively to promote the HRD program for nuclear power and radiation applications.
3.	The meeting proposes the focal point of the national HRD network to be invited to the next HRD Project workshop to explore possible collaboration between the networks of member countries.

Funds for HRD program

4.	The meeting noted that most FNCA countries secured funds for the HRD program following the recommendations of the HRD workshop and the Coordinators Meeting.
5.	The meeting noted that some countries are not able to secure HRD funds for a nuclear power program until their nuclear power policy is decided.

Improvement of ANTEP

6.	The meeting recognizes the benefits of ANTEP and NREP (Nuclear Researcher Exchange Program) of Japan.
7.	The meeting notes that the number of applicants awarded a grant by the NREP is very limited, less than 25 per year which is about 10 times less than the number of applicants.
8.	The meeting suggests that the focal HRD contact of member countries for NREP should prioritize applicants for the selection by MEXT.
9.	The meeting notes that some FNCA countries offer non-funded programs which meet the needs of the member countries. It is suggested that these program opportunities should be offered to applicants, possibly providing in-kind financial support of the host government and/or using HRD funds of applicant countries.
10.	The meeting proposes that the NREP should revive the program of dispatching experts to member countries which need expert services for their HRD as it is highly effective for enhancement of HRD.
11.	The meeting encourages the member countries to have bi-lateral cooperation of HRD for specific nuclear applications.

HRD for nuclear communicators on public understanding

12.	The meeting recognizes the increased importance of HRD for nuclear communicators in order to improve public understanding of nuclear programs, especially after the Fukushima nuclear accident.
13.	The meeting proposes that the status of activities for enhancement of public understanding, stakeholder involvement and HRD of the communicators in FNCA countries should be reported at the next workshop of the HRD Project in order to facilitate the discussion on the strategy of HRD of nuclear communicators and share best practice.

Others

14.	The meeting recognizes the success and benefits of the Instructor Training Program (ITP) of JAEA, and requests JAEA/MEXT to continue the program.
15.	The meeting proposes that HRD of specific areas, such as nuclear engineering, radiation protection, waste management, and nuclear communication should be discussed more intensively and longer at the HRD Project workshop (discussion can be done through separate sessions by topic to save time).
16.	The meeting recognizes the importance of advanced technology applications using heavy particle accelerators, and proposes that MEXT should organize a specific international/regional seminar on this topic.

Plan of HRD Project from 2014 to 2016

17.

The meeting recognizes that the project has provided benefit to the member countries for enhancement of nuclear HRD. Therefore, the meeting proposes to continue the HRD project for the next cycle from 2014 to 2016 subject to the project evaluation by member countries.

18.

The meeting proposes the following activities for the 2014-2016 project cycle: (1)Sharing experiences, strategies, and challenges of nuclear HRD to improve national plans and regional cooperation for HRD (continuation of current activities) (2)Specific activities as follows:   1)Setting up the Forum of National HRD Networks for facilitating cooperation and information exchange between networks of member countries.   2)ANTEP improvement by implementation of matched programs to address needs in addition to NREP of Japan.   3)Formulating an effective plan to develop nuclear communicators to improve public understanding and stakeholder involvement in nuclear programs.   4)Reviewing the current HRD related programs offered by MEXT to better meet with the needs of FNCA member countries.

ANNEX: Summary of the country reports

Bangladesh
Bangladesh is committed to the peaceful uses of atomic energy for socioeconomic development of its people. Bangladesh Atomic Energy Commission (BAEC) has been acting as the focal organization in this regard since 1971, the year of independence. Bangladesh is now working with the Russian Federation (RF) for setting up its first NPP at Rooppur site by the year 2022. An IGA (Intergovernmental Agreement) was signed between the countries in November 2011. Under the provisions of the IGA, BAEC signed a contract with Atomstroyexport of RF on 27 June 2013 for the development of Feasibility Evaluation and associated site related study-reports needed for implementation of Rooppur project. Bangladesh understands that N-HRD is a key issue for a successful nuclear power program, and as such, it has taken various initiatives, such as, strengthening of nuclear training infrastructures, setting up of nuclear engineering departments in public universities, allocation of necessary funds, etc. BAEC, being the hub of N HRD program in the country, has started various nuclear power related training courses (Basic, Professional) including the FNCA FTC courses through the newly established Training Institute at AERE, Savar, Dhaka. Attracting the bright students towards nuclear science and technology related studies, maintaining sustainable number of qualified manpower and preventing loss of knowledge through brain-drain are some of the challenges for N-HRD. BAEC is drafting a training policy and also working to enhance activities to be implemented under the recently adopted N-HRD network for efficient and effective development of nuclear human resources (N HRs). Bangladesh expects to get strong supports from the vendor sources in terms of training and education for its first NPP personnel as well as from IAEA and MEXT for developing competent N-HRs in the areas of peaceful applications of nuclear techniques including generation of electricity using the power of atom.

China
China should to adjust the Energy Structure due to Environment Protection and Energy Security, etc. Nuclear Power is one of the best choices for developing energy currently. New 5-year plan regarding nuclear power development has been issued by Chinese government, China will continue to develop nuclear power in a safe and highly efficient way. According to the plan, the NPPs operated are expected to reach 58000MWe, as well as NPPs under construction are expected to reach 30000MWe By 2020.
The national HRD Network of China will be set up under the management of the Coordination Committee for International Cooperation, which established by China Atomic Energy Authority (CAEA) in Feb. 2011. The focal point for International Cooperation is China Atomic Energy Authority (CAEA).
According to current Nuclear Power Program, demand for talents in nuclear industrial chain shall increase greatly and around 2020 more than 25,000 talents shall be developed. And in the meantime the public of China are more concern about nuclear safety. This will be achieved through the whole chain HRD Programs in Universities, Institutions and Enterprises related to Nuclear Power.
China will make continuing efforts to promote nuclear power and nuclear safety related information, allay public concerns regarding nuclear safety, and improve people's understanding of and confidence in nuclear power on an ongoing basis. Government encourages enterprises to sign agreements with university, institutions, so as to select considerate candidates as future potential employees. And enhance the international cooperation of HRD so as to make use of the advantages from worldwide and gain mutual benefits.

Indonesia
Research and Development on nuclear energy shall be conducted in order to master nuclear science and technology for the purpose of safety, security, peace and the welfare of the people
every personnel who works in nuclear research, development, and application should be provided adequate training in a certain level of competence.

Budgeting for Nuclear HRD
Spread over in each nuclear HRD institutes (government annual budget and also private company)

Challenges on Nuclear HRD in Indonesia.
Some necessary action:

·	Personnel Competency Standard and Training Competency Standard
·	Perform training needs analysis
·	Acceleration of competency development (i.e. sending abroad to have training)
·	Coaching & Mentoring approach
·	Nuclear knowledge management

Development of e-learning modules:

·	Web based
·	CD based

International Cooperationis needed
International Cooperation on HRD existing in Indonesia: FNCA , ANSN, ANENT, IAEA, ICTP, Gov to Gov
Activities (in 2013) of BATAN in cooperation with IAEA:

·	TOT eLearning Course on Energy Planning (in May)
·	Training on Evaluation of Sustainable Energy Sistem using MESSAGE (in October)

In ccoperation with ICTP (International Center on Theoretical Physics - Trieste Italy)

·	Workshop on Regional Accelerator school (in October)
·	Workshop on Medical Physics (in November)
·	Workshop on Clustering for High Performance Computing (in December)

Human resource is very essential in application of nuclear technology, therefore it should be prepared in order to ensure that the required competencies are fullfilled.
The strategy as well as the budget to achieve that purpose should be available. Due to budget limitation, international sponsorship should be utilized optimally.
Gap of competency between senior and junior staff have to be seriously anticipated.

Japan
The aims of Japan Nuclear Human Resource Development Network (network) are, namely, "to share information on Nuclear HRD and limited resources", "to promote national / international cooperation", "to improve effectiveness and efficiency on nuclear HRD", and "to establish a consistent HRD system or program". The network consists of steering committee, planning working group, 5 sub-working groups and secretariat. The number of participating organizations are 71, such as "Universities and Colleges", "Public Organizations", "Industries", and "R&D Organizations, Academic Societies" The steering committee has the function for formulating basic policy and outline. The planning working group has function for planning, discussing and reviewing overall network projects and activities Each sub-working group discusses on theme for "elementary - high school education", "basic nuclear education at universities and colleges", "support of newly NPP introducing countries", "HRD for internationally minded engineers", and" HRD of engineers in practical stage", respectively. The Secretariat has important function for the network, namely, "holding steering committee meeting", "managing working group and sub-working groups"," linking participating organizations", and "conducting some HRD projects". JAEA and JAIF/JICC have function for the secretariat. Recently, the members of network have done following international activities as support of newly NPP introducing countries, namely, " Japan-IAEA Nuclear Energy Management School in Tokyo and Tokai", "IAEA Regional Training Course on Providing Decision Support for Nuclear Power Planning and Development", "Instructor Training Program", "Nuclear Researchers Exchange Program" etc. The FNCA activity is also one of them that are carried out by Japanese government MEXT.
The report has concluded as follows

·	Now, the network plays important role for N-HRD for University students, Engineers and Foreign engineers etc.
·	The network aims at all-Japan cooperation framework on N-HRD and promotes inter-organization activities.
·	The network and the participating organizations are conducting or will conduct many nuclear HRD activities with national and international organizations.

Kazakhstan
Kazakhstan government is carrying out persistent policy directed to the development of nuclear industry in the Republic of Kazakhstan, including beginning of bits own nuclear power generation. In this connection our next purpose is human resources development on the base of fundamentality and quality, continuity of the science and education, researching
and innovative activity determined to maximal satisfaction of the demands of the developing atomic branch.
For the maintenance of efficient and reliable development of atomic industry, the most demanded will be experts in the field of reactor engineers and operation, material science and technology.
To provide the implementation of innovative nuclear technologies and first of all expansion of nuclear medicine technologies we need specialists in the field of medical radiation physics, biochemistry, dosimentry, information technologies and maintenance of nuclear medicine instruments.
The main governmental institutions involved to the process of nuclear human resources development are: Ministry of Education and Science, Atomic Energy Agency, Ministry of Industry and New Technologies. Organization under their supervision involved to the process of HRD and stakeholders are: Universities, National Nuclear Center of the Republic of Kazakhstan, NAC "Kazatompom", Park of Nuclear Technologies.
NNC RK interacts with the state universities through the joint decks providing for students experimental base for practice and for master and bachelor dissertation. Companies are providing promising students by grants for extra courses.

Malaysia
Malaysian Government has not make any well informed decision for NPP deployment, thus No Special Budget Allocation are given for Nuclear HRD. However, early Nuclear HRD Planning shall proceed, to take care of any eventualities.
Currently, the nuclear related educations and training are focused towards nuclear science, nuclear medicine and radiation safety. The field of study which are related to nuclear are radiology, radiography, diagnostic imaging, radiation safety, medical physics and nuclear science. The works to introduce nuclear engineering courses and electives in universities are underway/under discussions.
The need for nuclear HRD is very clear for business sustainability and enhancement, nuclear and radiological safety and public acceptance for nuclear technology. HRD infrastructure development and implementation of nuclear HRD in Malaysia is progressing in line with the demand and challenges
As developing country, Malaysia realized the importance of the international cooperation in developing the human capital for Nuclear HRD in the country. Collaboratives efforts nationally and internationally are in good progress, while addressing issues and challenges in HRD. Multilateral Programs with IAEA such as Postgraduate Education Course PGEC, Master's in Radiation Protection & Safety, Regional Programs such as RCA, FNCA,Bilateral Program with Australia, JAEA, KAERI, China, Poland, ASEAN Countries, European Community and others are very important.

Mongolia
In Mongolia, education and training consists of;
Local education and training
International education and training
Programs for multilateral cooperation

Nuclear Research Center (NRC) of National University of Mongolia is the educational and research institution which carries out the fundamental and applied research in low energy nuclear physics. Based on the resource at the National University of Mongolia and the Mongolian University of Science and Technology, young professionals are trained in the field of radioactive minerals and nuclear energy. Mongolia has more immediate needs to train specialists in the area of national policy development specialists and public relations specialists.

Philippines
Funds for nuclear HRD from Department of Science and Technology (DOST) are to a limited extent, for graduate degree studies in nearby ASEAN countries. Much of nuclear HRD is through IAEA, MEXT of Japan, bilateral HRD agreements and cooperation with EC, USDOE, and USNRC. The Philippine Nuclear Research Institute (PNRI), as the sole agency of government in charge of peaceful application of nuclear energy as well as regulation of its safe utilization, conducts training course and seminars for power and non-power application, such as NDT, distance assisted training for nuclear medicine technologies, and training courses in radiation protection. In the national HRD network, PNRI has linkage with universities, specifically the University of the Philippines, to offer the introduction to nuclear engineering in engineering curricula. Challenges on nuclear HRD include aging of the staffs of the regulatory body, so recruitment and training of new personnel should be strongly supported by the government. HRD for nuclear power cannot be in full swing without the national position.

Thailand
1.Current Status of the First Nuclear Power Plants
The Power Development Plan 2010 - 2030 (PDP2010 Rev-3 (1) approved by the National Energy Policy Council on June 8 2010 postponed the scheduled commercial operation date (SCOD) of 2,000 MW NPP or 3%of total 55,130 MW power generating capacity in2026-2027. Main reasons of the postponing are to extend study and review on NPP safety to include lessons learned from Fukushima Accident and to promote public acceptance on NPP. In addition, the IAEA Integrated Nuclear Infrastructure Review Mission in December 2010 advised the improvement of legal aspects including regulation system, safety security safeguards legislation framework and country HRD for NPP. (2)
EGAT cooperated with Burns and Roe Asia in conducting the NPP feasibility study covering energy economics and financing, technical and safety aspects of NPP, fuel cycle and waste management, reactor technology-reactor suppliers and fuel supplier selection, site and environmental study, HRD and management aspects. (3)

2.Status of National Nuclear Policy
National Atomic Energy (Nuclear) Policy has been drafted to provide strategy/cooperation/framework/management on the International Cooperation, Safety-Security-Safeguards, Facility & Infrastructure, R&D and Safe Application of Atomic Energy/Nuclear Technology including NPP, Nuclear HRD and Promotion & Public Education. (4) The policy to be further approved by the Thai Atomic Energy Commission chaired by Deputy Prime Minister.

3.Status of the National Nuclear HRD Network
At the present, TINT is acting as a secretariat of planed HRD Network to communicate and exchange information and by signing MOU with other national organizations e.g. training EGAT personnel on NPP and Nuclear Technology utilizations, main universities on exchange expert lecturer cooperation in R&D charring nuclear facility and equipments. The international MOU with JAEA, KAERI, USDOE, etc also include cooperation in R&D and Nuclear HRD.

4.Roles of University on Nuclear HRD
In collaboration with worldwide universities, national universities play main roles on theoretical education and HRD on Nuclear Power and various applications. For example, Department of Nuclear Engineering, Chulalongkhorn University (CU) offers programs leading to degrees in Ph.D., M.Eng and M. Sc., covering diversified principle of nuclear technology raging from fundamental sciences and mathematics to specialized engineering applications. Areas of concentration include nuclear electronics and instrumentation, Health physics, Medical imaging, Power plant engineering, Environmental applications and waste management, Nuclear materials, Plasmas and nuclear fusion, Nuclear chemistry, radioisotope production, Nuclear security and safeguards. CU also has international university relation with Japan (Tokyo University, Tokai University), Canada (University of Montreal), Korea (KAIST), USA (Florida State University), China (Tsinghua University), etc. (5)

5.Roles of Research Institute on Nuclear HRD
In cooperation with JAEA on the train the trainer program, two followed up trainings successfully carried out in 2013.
In collaboration with universities, research institutes and EGAT, TINT conducts R&D applications and 50 annual trainings (6) for 3,000 professionals by using the existing nuclear and radiation facilities including a research reactor, electron beam and gamma irradiation. The topics of training include Reactor engineering, Reactor safety management, Nuclear safety, Radiation protection and Emergency preparedness, isotope production, Non destructive testing, Sterile Insect Technique, food irradiation, Chitin & Chitosan, Super Absorbent, etc. In addition, TINT cooperates in providing specific training course on Nuclear Power Plant Introduction and Nuclear Applications with scientific visit to the research reactor, radioisotope production facility and radioactive waste management for 2,795 EGAT professionals in 2012-2013.
Moreover, to enhance public understanding and acceptance, gamma irradiated Sericin and Chitosan have been successfully demonstrated better quality and production yield of corn, rice, and fruits in the NPP potential areas.

6.Key issues and strategy for HRD of nuclear power program
It is believed that 'hands-on' practice in a close-to-real work environment is the most effective way for Nuclear HRD. Thailand recognizes so far the essential of international HRD cooperation and much appreciates kind supports from advanced countries such as EGAT scientific visits/OJT at Tepco, Kashiwasaki-Kaiwa, China Guangdong Nuclear Power Company, GDF-SUEZ Belgium, study program in Korea as well as seminar with IAEA and NPP suppliers(7), TINT-JAEA trainings, CU-International universities.
The continuing HRD cooperation for Nuclear Power should focus more on assisting generic capacity building at the national level in preparing for a state decision of the first NPP as well as supporting the regulatory body in preparing regulation involving licensing activities. (8) The facility also requires strong support from vender country on the job training, sharing technical experiences through all phases of NPP e.g. project implementation, construction, operation, maintenance, regulation, decommission waste management as well as guiding public communication and hearing.(2)

References:

(1)	Summary of Thailand Power Development Plan 2012-2030 (PDP2010: REVISION 3), Energy Policy and Planning Office, Ministry of Energy, June 2012
(2)	Status of Nuclear Power Development in Thailand, Dr. Kamol Takabut, CEO Advisor-Italian-Thai Power Company, President of Thai-French Technical Association, February 15, 2012
(3)	Nuclear Power Plant Development in Thailand, Supapol Ratanakorn, Nuclear Engineering Division, Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand, January 2013
(4)	(Draft) National Atomic Energy Policy, www.oaep.go.th September 13, 2012
(5)	5. Nuclear Engineering at Chulalongkorn University, Associate Professor Nares Chankoa, Department of Nuclear Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Chulalongkorn University, May 27, 2013.
(6)	Nuclear HRD in TINT, Montha Punnachaiya, Academic Services Unit, Thailand Institute of Nuclear Technology, 2013.
(7)	Status of Nuclear Power Project in Thailand, Nuclear Energy Seminar, Rajamagala University Thanyaburi, by Saharath Boonpotipukdee, Nuclear Engineering Division, Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand, 12-14 March 2012
(8)	NPP Infrastructure Development in Thailand, Pongkrit Siripirom, Bureau of Nuclear Safety Regulation, Office of Atoms for Peace Technical Meeting on Country Power Profile, Vienna Austria, March 18-21, 2013.

Vietnam
Vietnam is one of countries which is planning to have the Nuclear Power Plant, so the Program Human Resource Development (HRD) is very important issues .

Key elements of HRD including problem are: Workforce planning, recruitment, remuneration, training & development, carrier management, performance management. Nuclear HRD is one of the most important keys for promoting nuclear energy use. Vietnam is Newcomer countries for nuclear power needs people in the various fields for capacity building such as regulation and safety, construction, operation and maintenance of NPP, R&D etc. Also NPP Vietnam needs more manpower because of new NPP's and R&D for the future, safety and regulation demand.

Host: Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT) of Japan
In Cooperation with Fukui Prefectural Government, The Wakasa Wan Energy Research
Center and University of Fukui

Opening Session