The objectives of this group are as follows:
- To identify and share good practices and lessons learned among ANSN member countries in the area of safety of radioactive waste management;
- To enhance the capability of safety for radioactive waste management in the region, consistent with the IAEA safety standards and associated technical documents;
- To establish usable support system and database for safety of national radioactive waste management strategies and activities;
- To assist ANSN member countries to join and meet national obligations of the Joint Convention;
- To promote a strong safety culture within regulatory bodies and operating organizations through RWMTG activities;
- To serve as a forum for information exchange and to foster the sharing of knowledge and experience on safety of radioactive waste management; and
- To provide feedback on the experience in implementing RWMTG activity plans and the needs of additional activity plans with strong justification to the ANSN PMO and the SACG Coordinator.