Jitendra Singh Chaired Bilateral Meeting On US-India Civil Nuclear Commerce

Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh has chaired a bilateral meeting on US-India Civil Nuclear Commerce in New Delhi. The Ministry of Science and Technology said that the meeting highlighted the deepening cooperation between the two nations in critical areas including science, technology, and clean energy.

Indo-US Space collaboration

During the meeting, Dr. Singh announced that an Indian astronaut from the Gaganyaan Mission is set to join the International Space Station, marking a significant milestone in Indo-US Space collaboration.

Importance of this partnership

Jitendra Singh emphasized the importance of this partnership in securing global supply chains, especially in sectors like semiconductors, pharmaceuticals, and clean energy technologies.

Green Hydrogen Mission as a cornerstone

Dr. Singh underscored the Green Hydrogen Mission as a cornerstone of the country’s strategy to decarbonise heavy industry, transportation, and power generation.

Role of both organisation

Drawing parallels between India’s Anusandhan National Research Foundation and the United States’ National Science Foundation, Dr. Singh highlighted the critical roles both organisations play in advancing scientific research and innovation.

High- level US delegators

The high-level US delegation was led by Senior Advisor to the President of the USA for International Climate Policy John Podesta and Deputy Secretary of the U.S. Department of Energy David Turk.

Conclusion of the meeting

The meeting concluded with both nations reaffirming their commitment to strengthening their cooperation in emerging technologies, with mutual interests in enhancing economic growth, national security, and global leadership in technological advancements.