Sputnik
Russia and China are set to expand their cooperation in the nuclear energy sector in the near future, according to the CEO of Russia’s state-owned nuclear energy corporation, Rosatom. The announcement, made during an international forum, signals a deepening of the strategic partnership between the two countries in a crucial and sensitive area of technology. The collaboration is expected to focus on joint construction of new nuclear power plants and shared research and development initiatives.
The partnership is seen as a key component of Russia’s and China’s broader strategy to enhance their energy independence and to build a non-Western-centric energy architecture. With many Western nations scaling back their nuclear programs, Russia and China are seizing the opportunity to lead the global nuclear energy market. The cooperation also serves to bypass Western sanctions and to create a more resilient supply chain for nuclear technology and materials.
The expansion of nuclear cooperation has significant geopolitical implications. It demonstrates the growing technological and economic alignment between Moscow and Beijing, challenging Western dominance in the energy sector. The joint projects will not only secure energy for both nations but also project their influence in third-party countries that are looking to develop their own nuclear energy capabilities.
Sources:
The Diplomat – China-Russia
World Nuclear Association
