S. Korea, Britain hold talks on clean energy

South Korea's industry ministry said Friday it has held talks with Britain to address energy security and the climate crisis. The talks came after the two countries vowed to expand cooperation in the clean energy sector, during President Yoon Suk Yeol's state visit to London in November, according to the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy. During the meeting, the two sides discussed details on ways to expand collaboration in the construction of new nuclear plants, along with exploring opportunities in areas such as offshore wind power and critical minerals. "Korea boasts commendable expertise in the field of clean energy manufacturing, and we are eager to work together toward advancing our respective industries and promoting clean energy worldwide," Vice Industry Minister Choe Nam-ho said. "These collaborative efforts will also position both nations as significant players in the global response to carbon neutrality and energy security," he added. Jeremy Pocklington, the permanent secretary for Brita in's energy security department, echoed the view, adding South Korea "boasts commendable expertise in the field of clean energy manufacturing." "Cooperation to tackle the climate crisis and to enhance energy security is to the fore of our global strategic partnership," he added. Source: Yonhap News Agency