Abstract: According to the three-step strategyproposed in the Guidelines for Long-range R&D Planning for High-level Radioactive Waste Disposal, the program in China is in the stage of trial and siting. The development process of foreign programs of same kind was studied, and their experiences and lessons learned were summarized. Accordingly, the author believesthat laws and regulations should be improved, the role of government, regulators, implementers, and the public should be clearly defined, a staged decision-making siting plan should be adopted, and parties involved should maintain continuous communication and interactions.

Key words: High level radioactive waste, Geological disposal, Siting