Dr Maria Sultan said this while addressing a meeting titled “Future of Pakistan’s Nuclear Programme and Nuclear World Order,” in the National Press Club on Saturday. She said that Pakistan has a significant role to play in the new nuclear order.
Only nine countries, which include P-5, China, Italy and Norway, are able to provide nuclear technology and train manpower. She said that Pakistan could exploit the $3 trillion nuclear exports market in the Middle East because it possesses nuclear scientists, knowledge of nuclear technology, and equipment.
The director general said that Pakistan’s nuclear facilities are safe from natural disasters. Revealing details about the Chashma Nuclear Power Plant, she said that the design of its structure gives it a certain degree of protection against natural disasters such as floods and earthquakes. The Karachi Nuclear Power Plant had also been built along similar lines, she said.
She said that nuclear energy is the only option for various countries of the world to fulfil their energy needs and Pakistan can capture this market by offering to share its expertise and services in this field. More >>>
Location: Islamabad
