Prospects for an ASEAN nuclear cooperation : a common nuclear facility?

• Main Author: Chew, Alvin
• Other Authors: S. Rajaratnam School of International Studies
• Format: Commentary
• Language: English
• Published: 2009
• Subjects: DRNTU::Social sciences::Economic development::Southeast Asia
• Online Access: https://hdl.handle.net/10356/92196; http://hdl.handle.net/10220/5965
• Institution: Nanyang Technological University

Nuclear energy has emerged as a viable option to provide base load power for many nations. However, countries in Southeast Asia planning to develop nuclear reactors could face a multitude of problems. Therefore, a strategy for nuclear cooperation among the various nations in the region could help mi...