Saudi cabinet approves national policy on nuclear power

Saudi Arabia's cabinet approved on Tuesday (March 13th) the national policy of the atomic energy programme, Al-Arabiya reported.

The national policy includes limiting all nuclear activities to peaceful purposes, within the limits defined by international treaties, state news agency SPA said.

It also stressed the importance of optimal utilisation of nuclear natural resources and applying best practices for radioactive waste management.

Saudi Arabia, the world's top oil exporter, wants nuclear power to diversify its energy supply mix.

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