Croatia and Canada have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in Toronto, marking a step toward stronger cooperation in the field of civilian nuclear energy. The agreement focuses on expanding collaboration in areas such as technology exchange, regulatory practices, and scientific research.
The MoU establishes a general framework for cooperation between the two countries but does not include any binding commitments for specific investments or commercial nuclear projects. Instead, it is designed to support long-term institutional and technical dialogue in the nuclear sector.
Key areas covered by the agreement include nuclear safety and security, regulatory cooperation, and the management of spent fuel and radioactive waste. Both sides also plan to work together on research and innovation, particularly in emerging technologies such as small modular reactors (SMRs).
In addition to technical cooperation, the agreement places emphasis on education and workforce development. Croatia and Canada intend to develop joint training initiatives and professional exchange programs to strengthen expertise needed for the future development of nuclear energy.
The Croatian Ministry of Economy highlighted Canada’s extensive experience in operating civilian nuclear facilities as a valuable asset for Croatia as it evaluates its long-term energy strategy. Croatia already participates in nuclear energy production as a co-owner of the Krško nuclear power plant in Slovenia and continues to consider nuclear power as part of its broader decarbonization goals.
Officials from both countries stressed that the MoU is intended to facilitate long-term cooperation and knowledge sharing, rather than to predefine or guarantee future nuclear development projects.
