Philippines picked as regional HQ for US civil nuclear work group

The Philippines has been chosen as the regional headquarters for a US work group aiming to promote the civil nuclear industry.

A US official said this initiative will strengthen cooperation between the two nations in advancing nuclear power. The move was announced Tuesday on the sidelines of an international business forum held in Manila. Officials from both countries said the group will provide opportunities for Southeast Asian markets. The two allied countries also signed agreements to promote civil nuclear cooperation and academic exchanges.