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Russia Begins Work on Kazakhstan’s 1st Nuclear Power Plant

Russia Begins Work on Kazakhstan’s First Nuclear Power Plant
Russian engineers have begun work on Kazakhstan’s first nuclear power plant as Moscow pushes to maintain its influence in Central Asia, where China and Europe are vying for a foothold in the resource-rich region.
Kazakhstan to begin producing its own nuclear fuel
Kazakhstan, the world's largest uranium producer, plans to produce its own nuclear fuel for nuclear power plants being built in the Central Asian country in the coming years, its atomic energy agency said on Friday.
Kazakhstan starts construction of first nuclear power plant
The construction of Kazakhstan's first nuclear power plant (NPP) has begun on Friday, said Russia's Rosatom corporation, which was selected as the main contractor. Engineering surveys started near the village of Ulken to select an optimal site and prepare project documentation for building a nuclear power station, Rosatom said in a statement.
Russia breaks ground for Kazakhstan’s first nuclear power plant
China meanwhile will build two more plants in the country, with more information slated by end-2025. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.
China's Nuclear Power Play in Kazakhstan Is Accelerating
Kazakhstan has awarded its third nuclear power plant to China, signaling a strategic pivot toward Beijing and raising questions about long-term energy sovereignty and regional alliances.
Kazakhstan Launches Preliminary Works at First Nuclear Power Plant
ASTANA – Kazakhstan held the ceremonial start of preliminary activities for the planned high-capacity nuclear power plant (NPP) in the village of Ulken, Zhambyl district, Almaty Region, on Aug. 8. Engineering surveys began to determine the optimal site and prepare design documentation, reported the Atomic Energy Agency.

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