Kazakhstan Considers South Korea for Nuclear Technology Partnership

ASTANA – Almassadam Satkaliyev, the chairman of Kazakhstan’s newly established Nuclear Energy Agency, completed negotiations with Korea Hydro and Nuclear Power (KHNP) President and CEO Whang Joo-ho, a potential supplier of nuclear technologies for the construction of a nuclear power plant on March 26, Kazinform reported, citing the agency’s press service.

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Satkaliyev highlighted KHNP’s experience designing, constructing, and operating modern reactors, emphasizing the importance of an open and competitive dialogue with international partners. Whang Joo-ho expressed South Korea’s readiness to share its experience and expand cooperation.

Now, the decision of the interdepartmental commission is pending.


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