About
Hans Blix is a Swedish diplomat and politician known for his extensive work in international affairs. He served as Sweden's Minister for Foreign Affairs and later became the head of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). As head of the IAEA, he was the first Western representative to inspect the Chernobyl disaster. Blix also led the United Nations Monitoring, Verification and Inspection Commission (UNMOVIC), which searched for weapons of mass destruction in Iraq prior to the 2003 invasion.
Career Timeline
Foreign Minister of Sweden
Appointed Foreign Minister of Sweden.
IAEA Director General
Becomes Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency.
Chernobyl Inspection
Leads the IAEA inspection team to Chernobyl after the disaster.
UNMOVIC Chairman
Appointed Chairman of the United Nations Monitoring, Verification and Inspection Commission (UNMOVIC).
Iraq WMD Search
Leads the search for weapons of mass destruction in Iraq before the US invasion.
Elder Statesman
Continues to be a respected voice on international affairs and nuclear disarmament issues.
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Last updated: February 23, 2026