Bangladesh, U.S. Sign MoU on Strategic Civil Nuclear Cooperation
Bangladesh and the United States have signed a memorandum of understanding on strategic civil nuclear cooperation to deepen ties in the peaceful use of nuclear energy. The agreement comes as Bangladesh seeks to diversify its long-term energy sources and develop its first nuclear power plant at Rooppur. The MoU records the shared position that civil nuclear cooperation must follow the highest standards of nuclear safety, security, safeguards, and non-proliferation.
Key Points
- Bangladesh and the US signed an MoU on strategic civil nuclear cooperation.
- The agreement supports Bangladesh's efforts to diversify energy sources.
- Bangladesh is currently developing its first nuclear power plant at Rooppur.
- Cooperation emphasises nuclear safety, security, safeguards, and non-proliferation standards.
Exam Facts
- Nuclear power plant: Rooppur Power Plant
- Signatories: Bangladesh Prime Minister's Adviser Rehan Asad and U.S. Under Secretary Jacob Helberg
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