The development of nuclear energy is a strategic necessity and a matter of prestige for Kazakhstan. This follows from the interview of President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev with the newspaper "Turkistan". Tokayev stressed that "without reliable energy generation, Kazakhstan will not be able to transition to a new technological model of the economy. Supercomputers, data centers, … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan stands ready to contribute to strengthening global security: New initiatives in the field of nuclear non-proliferation
On 18 July 2025, during a Cabinet of Ministers meeting, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov presented a report focused on strengthening cooperation with international organizations in ensuring global security, with an emphasis on maintaining peace and controlling the use of nuclear energy. Meredov noted that strengthening … [Read more...]
NPP construction in Kazakhstan: partner selection and project development prospects
In Kazakhstan, work continues on the implementation of the project of the first nuclear power plant (NPP). The Interdepartmental Commission for the Development of the Nuclear Industry is considering proposals from the world's leading suppliers of reactor technologies. Kazakhstan eyes the following companies as possible partners for this strategic project: Previously, … [Read more...]
Kazakhstan’s dream of self-sufficient energy
Anton Genza On October 6, Kazakhstan held a referendum on the construction of a nuclear power plant to counteract the country's energy deficit. The Central Asian country has set itself the goal of becoming CO2-neutral by 2060, yet it is one of the world's largest coal-producing countries. How does that fit together? Room for improvement with regard to energy supply The … [Read more...]
Kazakhstan will go to referendum next week on nuclear energy. Ensuing debate is of interest for the entire region
nCa Report Kazakhstan has been debating for quite some time, at different levels, on the advisability of going for nuclear energy. The nationwide referendum on 6 October 2024 will determine the outcome of the prolonged debate. The people have had plenty of opportunity to make an informed choice at the referendum. Just ahead of the referendum, Kazinform, th eprime news … [Read more...]
The State of Nuclear energy in the World
[This is a cross post from Kazinform] Interest in nuclear power has increased dramatically in recent decades amid efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and the search for stable, reliable energy sources. Despite the obvious advantages associated with high productivity and low carbon dioxide emissions, nuclear energy continues to cause numerous disputes and … [Read more...]
Nuclear energy as a risk factor
The discussions that arose after the peaceful catastrophes at a number of nuclear facilities in the world does not cease. The number of supporters and opponents of the construction of nuclear power plants is approximately equal. But over the years, there are more proponents of nuclear-free electricity. The attitude of the Uzbek authorities regarding the construction of a … [Read more...]
Russian company to build first nuclear power plant of Uzbekistan – some aspects
nCa Commentary It is expected that during that during his forthcoming visit to Uzbekistan, President Putin will participate in the groundbreaking ceremony of the first nuclear power plant of Central Asia. According to the information available through the Uzbek and other media, the Russian company Rosatom will do the project in the Navoi region of Uzbekistan, near the … [Read more...]