India, US Discuss Deeper Nuclear Energy Cooperation
India and the United States have discussed ways to deepen civil nuclear energy cooperation, with senior officials reviewing policy measures, emerging technologies and future partnerships during talks in Washington.
India-US Nuclear Energy Cooperation in Focus
Atomic Energy Commission Chairman Ajit Kumar Mohanty met US Energy Secretary Chris Wright on the sidelines of an international nuclear energy initiative.
The discussions focused on recent developments in the India-US civil nuclear relationship and measures that could strengthen cooperation for mutual benefit.
Both countries have maintained a civil nuclear partnership for nearly two decades, but commercial implementation has progressed more slowly than initially expected because of regulatory, liability and investment-related challenges.
Small Modular Reactors Gain Attention
The meeting took place around the launch of the International Atomic Energy Agency’s ATLAS initiative, which is examining civilian applications of nuclear technologies at sea.
Small modular reactors are expected to play an important role in these discussions, including their potential use for powering civilian ships and providing offshore energy.
India is also increasingly exploring advanced nuclear technologies as part of its long-term strategy to expand clean and reliable electricity generation.
India Targets 100 GW Nuclear Capacity by 2047
India has set an ambitious target of reaching 100 GW of nuclear power capacity by 2047 as part of its broader energy transition.
The government is opening the sector to greater private participation, creating potential opportunities for US nuclear companies interested in technology partnerships and investment.
Future India-US cooperation could involve small modular reactors, advanced reactor technologies, fuel-cycle expertise and regulatory collaboration.
The Washington talks signal renewed momentum in bilateral nuclear engagement as both countries look to translate strategic cooperation into more concrete commercial and technological partnerships.
