Negotiations between the state corporation Rosatom and Uzbekistan regarding the construction of a nuclear power plant in the republic are progressing positively, TASS reports, citing the words of First Deputy General Director of Rosatom, Kirill Komarov.
Komarov expressed optimism about the ongoing negotiations, stating,
"Negotiations on the contract are going quite successfully."
He emphasized the significance of the decision, noting that it will have implications for Uzbekistan's future over the next century. He added,
"Negotiations on the contract are going quite successfully. I always try not to name such cases, no dates, so as not to push anyone, because this is a very important decision. This is a decision that, you know, will determine a certain situation in Uzbekistan for the next 100 years. Therefore, I will tell you that it is better to spend some extra time to discuss all the nuances than to rush or make some mistakes. But we are ready at any time to begin the concrete implementation of this project."
The site for the nuclear power plant construction has been meticulously examined by experts, and the most suitable technological solutions have been identified. Furthermore, efforts to train specialists for the industry are underway at the MEPhI branch in Tashkent.
Komarov highlighted the collaborative effort involving scientists not only from Russia but also from other countries worldwide to determine the most optimal solutions tailored to Uzbekistan's needs.
He stated, "With the help of scientists not only from Russia but also from other countries of the world, we have collected the most optimal set of solutions that are needed specifically for Uzbekistan."
Negotiations between Uzbekistan and Russia regarding the nuclear power plant project commenced in 2018. Under the agreement, Rosatom is set to build two VVER-1200 units, each with a capacity of 1.2 GW, at a designated site along the shore of Lake Tuzkan in the Jizzakh region.
The construction timeline is estimated to be around six years. Uzbekistan hopes that the nuclear power plant will help alleviate its electricity deficit and reduce reliance on gas. Given Uzbekistan's position as one of the top uranium producers globally, fuel supply is not anticipated to pose a challenge for the project.
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