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The Sun
2 days ago
- Politics
- The Sun
Malaysia urges nuclear-weapon states to ratify SEANWFZ protocol
JOHOR BAHRU: Malaysia has called on nuclear-weapon states to sign and ratify the Protocol to the Southeast Asia Nuclear-Weapon-Free Zone (SEANWFZ) Treaty without delay. Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof stressed that a strong nuclear-weapon-free zone is essential for regional stability and long-term security. 'Malaysia reaffirms its commitment to the SEANWFZ Treaty. We urge nuclear-weapon states to sign and ratify the Protocol without delay,' he said at the 12th ASEANTOM meeting. Fadillah, who is also Energy Transition Minister, highlighted Malaysia's structured assessment of nuclear power as a potential clean energy source. The study aligns with the 13th Malaysia Plan to diversify energy, enhance security, and reduce carbon emissions. The Nuclear Energy Programme Implementing Organisation (NEPIO) is leading preparatory efforts under IAEA guidelines. Fadillah also announced the upcoming launch of the Gamma Spectrometry Water Monitoring System (GSWMS) to detect radiological threats in water. He stressed that nuclear energy adoption must be backed by strong regulations, safety measures, and international cooperation. 'ASEANTOM cooperation is strategic, ensuring atomic energy supports sustainable development and regional stability,' he added. The two-day meeting brings together ASEAN regulators, IAEA, and partners to discuss nuclear safety and security. - Bernama
The Star
2 days ago
- Politics
- The Star
Malaysia urges nuclear-weapon states to sign, ratify SEANWFZ protocol, says DPM Fadillah
JOHOR BARU: Malaysia has urged nuclear-weapon states to sign and ratify the Protocol to the Southeast Asia Nuclear-Weapon-Free Zone (SEANWFZ) Treaty without delay, calling it a vital pillar of regional peace, mutual trust and long-term security. Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof said a strong and enforceable nuclear-weapon-free zone is crucial to maintaining stability and safeguarding the future of the region. "Malaysia reaffirms its commitment to the SEANWFZ Treaty. We urge nuclear-weapon states to sign and ratify the Protocol without delay," he said when opening the 12th Annual Meeting of the Asean Network of Regulatory Bodies on Atomic Energy (ASEANTOM) here Monday (Aug 11). On nuclear energy, Fadillah, who is also Energy Transition and Water Transformation Minister, said the government is undertaking a structured assessment to examine the role of nuclear power as a potential option for clean, stable and competitive electricity within Malaysia's future energy mix. The assessment, aligned with the 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP), is aimed at diversifying energy sources, strengthening long-term energy security, reducing carbon emissions and cutting dependence on fossil fuels. The Nuclear Energy Programme Implementing Organisation (Nepio), under MyPower Corporation, has been tasked with coordinating preparatory efforts in line with guidelines by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). In a related development, Fadillah announced that the Atomic Energy Department of Malaysia will launch the Gamma Spectrometry Water Monitoring System (GSWMS) under the 12th Malaysia Plan, a technology designed to enhance the nation's capacity to detect and respond swiftly to any radiological threats in water sources. He also emphasised that the deployment of nuclear energy and advanced technologies must be supported by strong regulatory frameworks, rigorous safety protocols and transparent international cooperation. "Our cooperation under ASEANTOM is not merely technical, it is deeply strategic. It reflects our shared responsibility to ensure that atomic energy serves sustainable development, strengthens regional stability and secures the well-being of our future generations," he added. The two-day meeting gathers regulators from Asean member states, the IAEA and dialogue partners to discuss regional nuclear safety, security and safeguards. - Bernama
