Cabinet passes special bill on introduction, operation of nuclear-powered subs
The government on Tuesday passed a special bill outlining measures to introduce and operate nuclear-powered submarines as part of a national strategic project. The bill was passed during a Cabinet meeting led by President Lee Jae Myung and will be submitted to the National Assembly for deliberations. It is aimed at helping the systematic running of nuclear-powered submarine projects and promoting…
On Tuesday, the government approved a special bill detailing steps for the introduction and operation of nuclear-powered submarines as part of a national strategic initiative. The legislation was approved during a Cabinet session presided over by President Lee Jae Myung and will be forwarded to the National Assembly for review. The primary goal is to streamline the management of nuclear-powered submarine projects and foster economic growth through self-sufficient defense, ensuring national security, maintaining international peace, and advancing the defense industry.
The bill specifically addresses unique provisions for the introduction and operation of nuclear submarines, as well as guidelines for the safe handling of nuclear power, given that this project is the nation's first to merge military technology with nuclear energy. The government plans to pass the special law before year-end to commence the lead ship's construction in the mid-2030s and deploy the indigenous nuclear-powered submarine by the late 2030s.
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