2 March 2006
An agreement on civil nuclear co-operation between President Bush and Prime Minister Singh of India is a “significant contribution” to future energy security, Tony Blair has said.
The deal was finalised after talks in Delhi between the two leaders.
India will get access to US civil nuclear technology, and open its nuclear facilities to inspection.
Mr Bush, on his first visit to the country, called the deal "historic".
Read the PM’s response to the news
I warmly welcome the announcement that India and the US have now reached agreement on civil nuclear co-operation, as announced today by President Bush and Prime Minister Singh.
I believe that the deal can make a significant contribution to energy security, development, economic and environmental objectives for India and the international community, as well as represent a net gain for the non-proliferation regime.
The UK has strongly supported this initiative from its inception and has been actively involved throughout. We look forward to continuing to work closely with the US and India, and with partners in the Nuclear Suppliers Group and elsewhere on the detail of this important issue.
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