Russia and Kazakhstan Forge Nuclear Power Partnership

Russia and Kazakhstan have reached an agreement to construct a nuclear power plant in Kazakhstan. The accord was signed during the visit of Russian President Vladimir Putin to Kazakhstan, where he met with President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev. The deal includes a Russian export credit for financing the plant's construction.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Astana | Updated: 28-05-2026 14:31 IST | Created: 28-05-2026 14:31 IST
Russia and Kazakhstan Forge Nuclear Power Partnership
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Russia has formalized an agreement with Kazakhstan to build a nuclear power plant in Central Asia's largest country, signed on Thursday during a high-level visit.

The agreement was part of a meeting between Russian President Vladimir Putin and Kazakhstan's President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, highlighting bilateral cooperation.

Additionally, both nations inked a deal for Russian export credit to finance the plant's construction, marking a significant step in their bilateral relations.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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