Can Indonesia develop nuclear weapons?

Indonesia does not possess nuclear, chemical, or biological weapons programs, but it does possess an arsenal of air-to-air and surface-to-air missiles. Indonesia signed the NPT as a non-nuclear weapon state in 1970 and has since been a strong advocate for peaceful uses of nuclear technology.

What countries do we believe are trying to get the ability to build nuclear weapons?

China, India, and Pakistan are all pursuing new ballistic missile, cruise missile, and sea-based nuclear delivery systems. In addition, Pakistan has lowered the threshold for nuclear weapons use by developing tactical nuclear weapons capabilities to counter perceived Indian conventional military threats.

Is Indonesia a nuclear power?

Indonesia has no nuclear power plants, although it has conducted feasibility studies and infrastructure reviews for a potential nuclear power programme. The National Atomic Energy Agency (BATAN) operates three research reactors and a number of nuclear fuel cycle facilities.

Does Malaysia have nuclear weapons?

In accordance with Article 2 of the TPNW, Malaysia submitted a declaration to the UN secretary-general on 17 February 2021 confirming that it does not own, possess, or control nuclear weapons, has never done so, and does not host any other state’s nuclear weapons on its territory.

What is indindonesia doing with nuclear power?

Indonesia has a greater depth of experience and infrastructure in nuclear technology than any other country in southeast Asia. A 10 MWe experimental nuclear power reactor is planned to be built at Serpong, near Jakarta. Conceptual design has been completed by Russia.

Is it possible to build a nuclear reactor in Indonesia?

Research Reactors. Possible locations for a power plant. The program for nuclear power in Indonesia includes plans to build nuclear reactors in the country for peaceful purposes. The national legislative organ for nuclear energy, Badan Pengawas Tenaga Nuklir (BAPETEN), was founded in 1998.

Is Indonesia ready for an atomic bomb?

Plans for an atomic program were scaled back in 1997 due to the discovery of the Natuna gas field, but have since revived since 2005. According to Presidential Decree Five in 2006, Indonesia should have four nuclear-power plants built by 2025.

When will the Java-Bali nuclear power plant be ready?

In 2001 a power generation strategy showed that introduction of a nuclear plant on the 500 kV Java-Bali grid would be possible in 2016 for 2 GWe rising to 6-7 GWe in 2025, using proven 1000 MWe technology with an investment cost of $2000/kWe.

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