Archive · 24 Jul 2026
US-ASEAN Cooperation on AI, LNG, and SMRs
The United States is working with Southeast Asian countries to improve technology and energy security.
They are focusing on artificial intelligence (AI), liquefied natural gas (LNG), and small modular nuclear reactors (SMRs).
This cooperation is important for the region's digital economy and energy needs.
At the same time, India is also expanding its nuclear energy program.
The SHANTI Act, 2025, allows private and foreign companies to participate in India's nuclear sector.
India aims to have 100 GW of nuclear power by 2047.
The US and India are both interested in SMRs, which could be a big part of future energy supply.
This cooperation could lead to more partnerships and opportunities for both regions.
The US is focusing on AI, LNG, and SMRs in Southeast Asia through initiatives like the AI SPARK program and a $1.5 billion investment in energy security.
India is accelerating its nuclear energy program with the SHANTI Act, 2025, aiming for 100 GW of nuclear power capacity by 2047.
The US and India are both interested in SMRs, which are seen as a critical component in future energy supply and clean energy transition.
India recently finalized arrangements for Australian uranium exports, reinforcing its long-term civil nuclear strategy.
The cooperation between the US and ASEAN, along with India's nuclear ambitions, opens opportunities for collaboration in emerging technologies and clean energy.
- Who
- United States, ASEAN, India
- What
- Cooperation on AI, LNG, and SMRs; India's nuclear energy ambitions
- When
- Recent developments, including the 59th ASEAN Foreign Ministers’ Meeting in Manila
- Where
- Southeast Asia, Indo-Pacific region, India
- Why
- To advance technologies, ensure energy security, and support clean energy transitions.
US-ASEAN Cooperation
India's Nuclear Ambitions
Technology and Energy Cooperation
US-ASEAN Cooperation
The US is focusing on advancing technologies like AI and energy security in Southeast Asia through initiatives like the AI SPARK program and investments in LNG and SMRs.
India's Nuclear Ambitions
India is accelerating its nuclear energy program with the SHANTI Act, 2025, aiming for 100 GW of nuclear power capacity by 2047 and seeking partnerships for SMR deployment.
- US-ASEAN AI SPARK Initiative
- Supports American AI exports in Southeast Asia with financial and technical support for public sector applications.
- US Investment in Energy Security
- $1.5 billion investment platform for energy security infrastructure across the Indo-Pacific.
- India's SHANTI Act, 2025
- Opens civil nuclear sector to private and foreign participation, targeting 100 GW of nuclear power capacity by 2047.
- India-Australia Uranium Agreement
- Finalized arrangements for Australian uranium exports to India, reinforcing India's long-term civil nuclear strategy.
- SMRs in Energy Security
- Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) are seen as a critical component in future energy supply and clean energy transition.