Europe makes a “U-turn” from “nuclear phase-out” = Brussels Nuclear Summit

Europe is making a U-turn from the trend of ``phasing out nuclear power'' due to energy shortages and the climate crisis. The Belgian government, which holds the Presidency of the European Union (EU), held an I.
The Nuclear Energy Summit was held jointly with the AEA (International Atomic Energy Agency).
This summit aims to reduce the use of fossil fuels, strengthen energy security,
This is the first time that a summit meeting focused solely on nuclear power has been held in Europe to discuss the role of nuclear power in promoting economic development. Ursula of the European Commission
``Extending the safe operation of nuclear power plants is the cheapest way to secure clean energy sources on a large scale,'' von der Leyen said in her speech.
"This will help create a cost-effective route to net zero greenhouse gas emissions."
He continued, ``To help the nuclear power sector achieve its carbon neutral goal,
"In addition to extending the lifespan of nuclear power plants, we need to make large-scale investments and strive for technological innovations such as small modular reactors (SMRs)," he said. Belgian Prime Minister Alexander de Croo also said, ``We are nuclear
"The role of European states is important from a net-zero goal and from a geopolitical perspective. We need nuclear power."
This is interpreted as a reflection of the current trend within Europe, which has taken a U-turn from the previous trend of ``reintroducing the nuclear power industry as a low-carbon energy source.''
Since the Fukushima nuclear power plant accident in 2011, the nuclear power industry in Europe has been in decline due to safety issues.
This summit will be attended by 30 people, mainly EU member states, but also including the United States and China.
Heads of state, delegations, and experts from related industries attended. From South Korea, Lee Jung-ho, Minister of Science, Technology, Information and Communications, attended.