Singapore begins study to deepen capabilities in nuclear safety, regulation and environmental protection
Singapore is undertaking a study in nuclear safety, regulation and environmental protection as part of broader efforts to strengthen its capabilities for the International Atomic Energy Agency's (IAEA) Integrated Nuclear Infrastructure Review (INIR) phase 1 mission in 2027.The National Environment Agency (NEA) said on Tuesday (Oct 27) that it has appointed consultancy firms to undertake study in three areas — nuclear safety, regulation and environmental protection.It emphasised that the Government has not made a decision on the deployment of nuclear energy in Singapore, a point stressed by Prime Minister Lawrence Wong on May 19, when he announced that the country will be undergoing the assessment. "These capability-building efforts will support the Government’s effort in studying the potential deployment of nuclear energy in Singapore," NEA explained.