Indonesia Holds Meeting with Russia on Regulatory Framework for Floating Nuclear Power Plants

On August 18-19, Russian and Indonesian agencies held working meetings in Jakarta to discuss the development of a regulatory framework for Indonesia's nuclear energy program, covering licensing, regulatory, and safety requirements for the implementation of floating nuclear power plant projects.

Deputy Chairman of the Federal Service for Environmental, Technological and Nuclear Supervision (Rostekhnadzor) Alexey Ferapontov, the head of Indonesia's Nuclear Energy Regulatory Agency (BAPETEN), representatives of Rosatom, and representatives of Indonesia's Ministry of Transportation attended the meetings.

The discussions focused on prospects for cooperation between the two countries' regulatory bodies in the context of developing Indonesia's nuclear energy program. Given Indonesia's geographically dispersed island characteristics, participants exchanged views on approaches to developing a regulatory framework for floating nuclear power plants and explored the possibility of sharing experience between the two countries' agencies in the safety oversight of nuclear facilities.

Rostekhnadzor presented Russia's practices in the safety regulation of floating nuclear power plants, including licensing and supervisory oversight practices. The meetings also reviewed international requirements and common approaches to nuclear facility safety.

Anna Belokoneva, Head of Rosatom's Indonesia Office, stated that establishing direct communication between regulatory bodies is an important step in the professional dialogue on Indonesia's nuclear energy development. Before any nuclear energy project can be implemented, regulatory and institutional preparedness must be established on the basis of safety principles and international requirements. Rosatom remains ready to provide Russia's nuclear industry experience and professional support.

Alexey Ferapontov noted that Russia has accumulated practical experience in the safety regulation of nuclear power plants throughout their full lifecycle. Direct dialogue between regulatory bodies helps prioritize safety in the application of nuclear technologies and the development of regulatory frameworks.

Zainal Arifin, Acting Head of BAPETEN, stated that Indonesia is steadily advancing its nuclear energy development, and establishing a reliable and effective regulatory system is a key component of these efforts. The Indonesian side is interested in deepening cooperation with Rostekhnadzor, sharing experience, and studying international nuclear regulatory standards.