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Korea science ministry pitches next-generation nuclear vision at IAEA, backs SMRs and offshore nuclear power
South Korea\'s Ministry of Science and ICT introduced plans at the International Atomic Energy Agency\'s general conference to develop next-generation nuclear technologies, including small modular reactors and offshore nuclear power, and to expand international cooperation. First Vice Minister Ku Hyeok-chae delivered a keynote address and held bilateral meetings with senior officials from countries including Singapore and Canada. He reaffirmed commitments to the global non-proliferation regime and pledged cooperation on international issues.
Industry
MSIT speeds up SMR-powered ship development, expands international cooperation
South Korea will expand international cooperation in maritime nuclear power as it targets starting construction of a small modular reactor-powered ship by 2035. The Ministry of Science and ICT said First Vice Minister Ku Hyuk-chae will attend the launch ceremony of the International Atomic Energy Agency’s ATLAS initiative in Washington on Aug. 26-27 as South Korea’s chief representative. ATLAS will discuss safety, security, safeguards, regulation and standards needed to introduce maritime nuclear power.
AI & Enterprise
Seoul to host IAEA fusion energy conference in October 2027
South Korea’s Ministry of Science and ICT said on April 2 it will host the 31st IAEA Fusion Energy Conference in Seoul in October 2027. The ministry said it signed an agreement with the International Atomic Energy Agency to support preparations. About 1,500 government officials and fusion experts from around 40 countries are expected. The event will discuss research results, commercialisation strategies, cooperation, regulation and standards, and private investment.