SUMMIT 2LST

Noting that nuclear energy was poised to play a growing
role in addressing the developmental challenges of the present
times, he said, "This will be possible only if we, as
individual nations, and as a global community ensure the
highest standards of security which reinforce public faith in
the benefits of nuclear science."
He pointed out that India was an important stakeholder in
this global endeavour.
Singh is also likely to propose setting up of an
International Nuclear Safety Centre in India.
India sees the summit and its associated preparatory
process as important elements in strengthening international
resolve to cooperate on nuclear security and supporting the
expanded use of nuclear energy for peaceful purposes. PTI