Is Thailand Ready for SMRs? - Dr. Chaiyod Soontrapa I Time to Talk EP.53

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 28, 2025

What role can nuclear energy play in Thailand’s transition to a cleaner, more secure energy future? In this episode of Time to Talk, we speak with Dr. Chaiyod Soontrapa, Acting Expert on Nuclear Safety from the Office of Atoms for Peace (OAP), Thailand’s national authority on nuclear safety and regulation.

From the global progress of Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) to Thailand’s readiness, regulatory frameworks, and public safety considerations, Dr. Chaiyod offers a clear, grounded perspective on how nuclear technology can be developed safely, responsibly, and transparently.

This is a conversation that matters for energy security, public trust, and Thailand’s long-term sustainability.