ArmInfo. The United States is interested in deepening cooperation with Armenia in the energy sector, as well as in the safe operation of nuclear power reactors. This was announced during a meeting of the Deputy Minister of Territorial Administration and Infrastructures of Armenia Hakob Vardanyan with the US delegation, which included representatives of the
US Secretary of State and the Department of Energy. According to the press service of the department, the parties discussed issues related to the safe operation of the Metsamor nuclear power plant, the construction of a small photovoltaic station on the territory of the nuclear power plant, radioactive waste management programs and support opportunities from the US side.
The interlocutors exchanged views on the possibilities of developing cooperation on programs of mutual interest.
During the meeting, the Deputy Minister emphasized the importance of bilateral steps towards the development of partnership between Armenia and the USA in the field of nuclear energy. At the same time, the official stressed that Armenia is interested in the prospects of building a small modular American-made reactor.