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US-Singapore Nuclear Energy Cooperation Agreement

Original title: Agreement for Cooperation Between the Government of the United States of America and the Government of the Republic of Singapore Concerning Peaceful Uses of Nuclear Energy

July 26, 2024

Nuclear Energy International Relations Energy Policy

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The Frame

What this does

This agreement establishes a formal framework for international collaboration on nuclear energy technology and safety standards between the U.S. and Singapore.

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Last recorded activity July 26, 2024.

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Summary

President Biden has approved a new agreement between the United States and Singapore to cooperate on the peaceful use of nuclear energy. This determination confirms that the partnership poses no unreasonable risk to national security and authorizes the Secretary of State to finalize the deal.

Why It Matters

This agreement establishes a formal framework for international collaboration on nuclear energy technology and safety standards between the U.S. and Singapore.

Key Facts

President Biden determined the agreement does not pose an unreasonable risk to common defense and security.
The agreement is authorized under section 123 b. of the Atomic Energy Act of 1954.
The Secretary of State is directed to arrange for the execution and publication of this agreement.