In a recent non-committal meeting at the United States Department of State, the USA revealed its keen interest in becoming a strategic partner in Ghana's nuclear development.
Ann K. Ganzer, Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary for Non-proliferation Policy, Bureau of International Security and Non-proliferation, shared this exciting prospect, highlighting the existing nuclear cooperation understanding between Ghana and the USA.
The partnership aims to support Ghana in becoming a regional leader in small modular reactors (SMRs), leveraging the USA's advanced technology and expertise in the field.
During the meeting, Ganzer emphasized the USA's commitment to assisting Ghana in developing its nuclear capabilities independently.
The USA expressed its willingness to support Ghana's workforce development, thereby enabling the country to manage its nuclear power plant autonomously. It is important to note that the USA clarified it does not seek to operate Ghana's nuclear power plant but aims to empower Ghana to do so on its own.
Deputy Director General of the Ghana Atomic Energy Commission, Prof Dickson Adomako, expressed gratitude for the warm reception and the opportunity to explore US laboratories and facilities. He commended the educational and informative experience provided by the US delegation, emphasizing its usefulness in expanding Ghana's understanding of nuclear technologies.
The meeting presents an opportunity for both Ghana and the USA to foster collaboration, ensuring the security and development of Ghana's nuclear ambitions. Key representatives from various US departments, including Benjamin Brown, Peter Newman, Gisele Irola, Chelsea Bergesen, Laura Schmidt Dentinger, Anna Warner, and Gabriela Del Canto, were present, underscoring the multidimensional support Ghana can expect from the USA.
This strategic partnership has the potential to accelerate Ghana's progress in the nuclear field, propelling the country into a leadership position in SMRs within the region. With the USA's advanced technology and commitment to capacity building, Ghana's nuclear aspirations can be realized, empowering the nation to meet its energy goals while ensuring self-reliance and sustainable development.
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