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August 21, 2015

Pakistani PM launches construction of controversial Chinese nuclear plant
Karachi (AFP) Aug 20, 2015
Pakistani Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif on Thursday held a groundbreaking ceremony for two controversial Chinese nuclear plants near the coastal city of Karachi which are set to add 1,100 megawatts to the energy-starved country's electric grid. The plants, which are located just 20 miles from the burgeoning metropolis of around 20 million people, have stoked fears among scientific experts and residents, and their construction was earlier stayed by a court order. "Two new nuclear power plants, K2 a ... read more

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Slovakia, Enel discuss construction of nuclear power plant

Slovenia, Croatia extend atomic plant's lifespan by 20 years

TEPCO to Resume Fukushima Protective Cover Removal in Late July

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Russia Will Start Selling Enriched Uranium to Europe

Russian firm dismisses South Africa nuclear build fears

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Putin, Zuma consider development of South African nuclear energy priority

Nuclear Friendship: Kazakhstan to deliver 5K tons of uranium to India

Japan increases limits on radiation exposure before nuke reactors restart

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Japan reactor refuelled for restart, despite opposition

Kazakhstan to supply India with 5,000 tonnes of uranium

Austria files EU complaint against UK nuclear plant

Green Austria on warpath against nuclear power in Europe

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