Bush hails Senate passage of US-India nuclear deal
US President George W. Bush on Wednesday hailed the Senate's approval of a landmark nuclear deal, saying it would strengthen global efforts to halt the spread of atomic weapons.
By Agencies |
WASHINGTON: US President George W. Bush on Wednesday hailed the Senate's approval of a landmark US-India nuclear deal, saying it would strengthen global efforts to halt the spread of atomic weapons.
"This legislation will strengthen our global nuclear nonproliferation efforts, protect the environment, create jobs, and assist India in meeting its growing energy needs in a responsible manner," Bush said in a statement.
"I look forward to signing this bill into law and continuing to strengthen the U.S.-India strategic partnership," he said.
The White House issued the statement shortly after the Senate endorsed the nuclear accord, removing the final legislative hurdle for resumption of civilian nuclear trade between the two countries after three decades.
Senators voted 86-13 to give overwhelming approval to the deal and lifted a ban on civilian nuclear trade imposed after India first conducted a nuclear test explosion in 1974.
The agreement, which will help provide critical energy to fuel India's booming economy, was already approved by the US House of Representatives at the weekend by a 298-117 vote.
"This legislation will strengthen our global nuclear nonproliferation efforts, protect the environment, create jobs, and assist India in meeting its growing energy needs in a responsible manner," Bush said in a statement.
"I look forward to signing this bill into law and continuing to strengthen the U.S.-India strategic partnership," he said.
The White House issued the statement shortly after the Senate endorsed the nuclear accord, removing the final legislative hurdle for resumption of civilian nuclear trade between the two countries after three decades.
Senators voted 86-13 to give overwhelming approval to the deal and lifted a ban on civilian nuclear trade imposed after India first conducted a nuclear test explosion in 1974.
The agreement, which will help provide critical energy to fuel India's booming economy, was already approved by the US House of Representatives at the weekend by a 298-117 vote.
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