The gamma irradiation facility, designed with a capacity exceeding one million curies, aims to sterilize and disinfect bacteria on food, medical devices, pharmaceuticals, and cosmetics. It will also support quarantine inspections and extend the shelf life of relevant products. This facility is crucial as irradiation is a mandatory requirement for the export of these products.
CIRC emphasized the project’s strategic importance within the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) framework, highlighting its potential to enhance market access across BRI countries in South Asia. The collaboration between CIRC and other CNNC subsidiaries underscores efforts to strengthen international cooperation in nuclear technology and infrastructure development.
BINA, established in 1972, specializes in agricultural research using nuclear techniques, contributing significantly to crop improvement, biotechnology, and sustainable agricultural practices in Bangladesh. This project aligns with Bangladesh’s goals to enhance agricultural productivity and ensure food safety through advanced technological applications.
The initiative is expected to bolster CNNC’s international influence and pave the way for future collaborations in nuclear technology and industrial development across the region.
