Trump and Starmer Discuss Nuclear Energy Cooperation and Small Modular Reactors

Trump's Endorsement of Nuclear Power

• 🇺🇸 Donald Trump expressed strong support for nuclear plants, calling them a "great thing you're doing on nuclear."
• 💡 He specifically mentioned Rolls-Royce nuclear plants, noting their smaller, modular design as an interesting and potentially more accessible approach compared to larger, more expensive plants.
• 🚀 Trump highlighted that the US has recently reopened nuclear power, making it both safe and inexpensive.

UK's Ambition for Nuclear Energy

• 🇬🇧 Prime Minister Keir Starmer stated that civil nuclear power is a big part of the future for the UK's sustainable and independent energy strategy.
• 🤝 He expressed an ambition and aspiration to work more closely with the United States on nuclear energy development.
• ⚠️ Starmer emphasized that energy has been "weaponized" recently, leading to price dictations that affect families and businesses, making taking control of energy a significant prize.

Small Modular Reactors (SMRs)

• 🧩 Both leaders acknowledged the importance of small module reactors (SMRs) as a key component of future energy solutions.
• 🏭 Companies like Rolls-Royce are highlighted as being significantly involved in this area.
• 🌍 The discussion underscored a mutual interest in cooperation between the US and UK to advance nuclear energy technology and deployment.