Thai - Korea Signed MOU on Nuclear Development
Office of Atoms for Peace, The Kingdom of Thailand and Atomic
Energy Bureau, The Republic of Korea Signed the Memorandum of
Understanding for Atomic Energy Cooperation in March 24th, 2004
Mr. Korn Thapparansi, The Minister of Science and Technology
presited over the Signing ceremony.
Mr. Pathom Yamkate, the Secretary-General, Office of Atoms for
Peace (OAP), the Ministry of Science and Technology, stated
that the research and development in peaceful uses of nuclear
technology in Thailand has been carried out by OAP for more
than 40 years. In order to maximize the benefit and effectiveness
of nuclear energy applications in Thailand, the cooperation
among institutes, both domestic and international, is needed.
The signing ceremony of Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between
OAP and Atomic Energy Bureau (AEB), the Ministry of Science
and Technology, the Republic of Korea was, therefore, organized
for Atomic Energy Cooperation. The ceremony took place at the
meeting room, 4th floor of the Ministry of Science and Technology,
in Wednesday, March 24th, 2004, at 13.00 hrs. At this auspicious
occasion, OAP had the honor of Mr. Korn Thapparansi, the Minister
of Science and Technology to preside over the ceremony.
Mr. Pathom also stated that the activities to be undertaken
under the MOU involve solely in peaceful uses of nuclear energy,
including the utilization of research reactor, human resources
development, scientists and expert exchange, and sharing of
technical information. The stated cooperation and activities
will ensure the development of nuclear technology applications
in Thailand since the Republic of Korea is competent in this
matter.
Program for Korean Delegation
23 - 24 March 2004
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23 March 2004
11.15 Arrive at Bangkok International Airport from Hanoi by
VN 831 and proceed to Hotel
14.30 - 17.00 Visit Ongkharak Nuclear Research Center
19.00 Reception Dinner hosted by OAP
24 March 2004
10.00 - 11.30 Visit the Emerald Buddha Temple
12.00 Proceed to the Ministry of Science and Technology
13.10 The Signing Ceremony of MOU between AEB and OAP at the
Ministry of Science and Technology
13.30 - 14.00 Press Conference
14.00 - 16.30 The 1st MOST-OAP Joint Committee Meeting for Atomic
Energy Cooperation
18.30 Farewell Dinner hosted by AEB
Midnight Leave for Seoul by KE652
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