Chinese Vice Premier Zhang Guoqing, a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, highlighted China's commitment to expanding the benefits of nuclear energy to more nations during the first Nuclear Energy Summit held in Brussels, Belgium.
Speaking at the summit, Vice Premier Zhang underscored nuclear energy's pivotal role in addressing climate change and ensuring energy security. He outlined China's rational and coordinated nuclear security strategy, emphasizing policies for the safe and orderly development of nuclear power.
China's ambitious goals for carbon peaking and carbon neutrality are backed by concrete actions aimed at driving the global energy sector towards a green and low-carbon transformation, according to Zhang.
Emphasizing international collaboration, Zhang expressed China's willingness to partner with other nations in nuclear energy technology innovation, joint governance of nuclear security, and strengthening the resilience of global nuclear energy supply chains. He also committed to supporting developing countries in their nuclear energy projects, ensuring wider global access to nuclear energy advancements.
The summit, the highest-level meeting exclusively focused on nuclear energy to date, saw participation from over 30 countries, including heads of state, government leaders, and international organization representatives. A joint declaration on nuclear energy was adopted, marking a significant step towards global cooperation in the sector.
On the sidelines of the summit, Vice Premier Zhang engaged in discussions with Belgian Prime Minister Alexander De Croo and Rafael Grossi, Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency. The meetings focused on enhancing dialogue and practical cooperation in the field of nuclear energy.
China's active role in the first Nuclear Energy Summit underscores its dedication to fostering a sustainable and secure global energy future through nuclear innovation and international collaboration.
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