UK-US Collaboration on Small Modular Reactors: A Path to Safer Energy

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has called for increased collaboration with the United States on the development of small modular reactors (SMRs). During a visit to President Donald Trump's golf resort in Scotland, Starmer emphasized the potential benefits of such cooperation for both nations.

Last month, the UK government awarded a contract to Rolls-Royce to spearhead the construction of the country's first SMRs, backed by a £2.5 billion investment to jumpstart the industry.

President Trump, speaking at Turnberry, acknowledged the appeal of smaller nuclear plants, noting that they present a cost-effective alternative to traditional facilities. He highlighted Rolls-Royce's approach of connecting multiple smaller units as demand grows, offering a flexible solution without the significant financial burden of conventional nuclear plants.

(With inputs from agencies.)