Iran Press/ Asia: Kamala Harris, who is visiting Manila, is set to meet Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and Vice President Sara Duterte Carpio in Manila on Monday as part of an Asian trip to deepen security and economic ties.
Harris announced that the United States and the Philippines are initiating negotiations on a civil nuclear cooperation agreement (“123 agreement”) to support expanded cooperation on zero-emission energy and nonproliferation priorities.
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"This agreement will provide the legal basis for US exports of nuclear equipment and material to the Philippines. The United States is committed to working with the Philippines to increase energy security and deploying advanced nuclear reactor technology as quickly as safety and security conditions permit to meet the Philippines’ dire baseload power needs. Such a deployment would support both energy security and climate goals, as well as support workers and businesses in both countries," she added.
Hinged on the US Atomic Energy Act, the US State Department explains on its webpage that the 123 Agreement refers to Section 123 of the said law, which says partners in nuclear energy cooperation are legally obligated to observe standards and to defer using the deal for nuclear weapons creation.
According to a senior US official, it is important that the Philippines and US start talks on the 123 Agreement so that the US can provide exports of nuclear material and equipment.
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