This document discusses radioactive waste management policies, strategies, and waste plans. It begins by defining policy as established goals for safe waste management, and strategy as the processes for achieving those policy goals. It then discusses how policies address safety objectives and principles. National policies are formulated based on international obligations, national circumstances, and legislation. Strategies are developed by assessing the current waste situation, defining long-term management endpoints, selecting options, and considering implementation requirements. Waste management plans involve identifying all waste streams and appropriate processing and disposal options, then evaluating and selecting options through a systematic, stakeholder-involved process.