US, UAE civilian nuclear deal takes effect Washington (AFP) Dec 17, 2009 The United States and the United Arab Emirates on Thursday brought into effect a deal to cooperate in the peaceful uses of nuclear energy, hailed as a contrast to Iran's defiant nuclear drive. In a ceremony at the State Department, US and UAE officials exchanged diplomatic notes bringing into force the Agreement for Peaceful Nuclear Cooperation, which was negotiated under previous president George W. Bush. President Barack Obama approved the nuclear deal in May and it was sent to Congress for approval. The deal -- which comes as the United States is spearheading a campaign against Iran's nuclear drive -- involves the exchange of nuclear materials and components for civilian use. It is the first such deal between the United States and a Middle Eastern nation. The United States has also pursued nuclear cooperation accords with Saudi Arabia, Jordan and Bahrain. Share This Article With Planet Earth
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Canada seeks bids for atomic energy firm Ottawa (AFP) May 28, 2009 The Canadian government on Thursday moved to get out of the nuclear energy business, inviting bids for its commercial reactor division amid heady global demand for atomic energy. "Nuclear energy is an emission-free source of power that is experiencing a renaissance around the world," said Natural Resources Minister Lisa Raitt in a statement. Atomic Energy of Canada Limited (AECL)'s ... read more |
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