Nuclear power will now be included in the energy mix of the Philippines after an executive order was signed, declaring the country’s national position on the power source.

Under Executive Order No. 164, Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte directed the Department of Energy to develop and implement the Nuclear Energy Program, under the Philippine Energy Plan.

The program will include the development of nuclear power infrastructure, and planning, construction, and operation of nuclear power plants, amongst others.

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