14 March 2013
NTS Insight (Mar 2013) | Nuclear Energy Development in Southeast Asia: Implications for Singapore
Abstract
Southeast Asia is witnessing a revival of interest in civil nuclear energy development in the region. Behind this shift are factors such as political transition in Japan, the lure of economic benefits and incentives, and continuing efforts to promulgate the view that the nuclear option is safe. Given the potential transboundary consequences of nuclear accidents, these developments have implications for the security and safety of Singapore’s population. Enhancing nuclear safety must thus remain a priority, and the role of regional platforms must be strengthened towards this end.
2013, ‘Nuclear Energy Development in Southeast Asia: Implications for Singapore’, NTS Insight, no. iN13-01, (Singapore: RSIS Centre for Non-Traditional Security (NTS) Studies). (With Sofiah Jamil).
Abstract
Southeast Asia is witnessing a revival of interest in civil nuclear energy development in the region. Behind this shift are factors such as political transition in Japan, the lure of economic benefits and incentives, and continuing efforts to promulgate the view that the nuclear option is safe. Given the potential transboundary consequences of nuclear accidents, these developments have implications for the security and safety of Singapore’s population. Enhancing nuclear safety must thus remain a priority, and the role of regional platforms must be strengthened towards this end.
