Singapore will begin an International Atomic Energy Agency review process in 2027 as part of its long-term study into nuclear energy while strengthening energy security, electricity imports, and low-carbon energy solutions.
Singapore will begin the first phase of an international nuclear energy review in 2027 as part of its efforts to study long-term low-carbon energy options and strengthen energy security.
The announcement was made by Prime Minister of Singapore, Lawrence Wong during the Energy Market Authority’s 25th Anniversary Gala Dinner on 19 May 2026.
Prime Minister Lawrence Wong said Singapore plans to undertake the Integrated Nuclear Infrastructure Review under the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). The review will assess Singapore’s readiness across 19 key areas, including nuclear safety, radioactive waste management, emergency planning, regulation, and security.
He stressed that the review does not mean Singapore has decided to deploy nuclear energy. Instead, the process will help determine whether the country has the expertise and institutional capabilities needed to make an informed decision in the future.
Prime Minister Lawrence Wong said Singapore is studying advanced nuclear technologies such as small modular reactors, which offer improved safety features and may be more suitable for densely populated urban environments.
He noted that Singapore faces unique energy challenges because the country imports almost all of its energy and has limited renewable energy resources. Natural gas currently remains Singapore’s main energy source, while solar energy can only meet a limited portion of future electricity demand due to land constraints.
Singapore is also expanding electricity imports and exploring hydrogen as part of a diversified energy strategy.
Prime Minister Lawrence Wong added that safety will remain Singapore’s top priority and that the Government will continue to study all energy options carefully and transparently.
Source: PMO
