Malaysia exploring small modular reactor nuclear tech, says Mosti


KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia has been exploring the development of small modular reactor (SMR) technology since last year, a leading ministry has revealed.

Science, Technology and Innovation Minister Chang Lih Kang told parliament on Wednesday (March 5) that the ministry will be visiting Russia soon to conduct a benchmarking visit to study floating power unit SMRs and nuclear energy cycles alongside enforcement and safety guidelines.

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