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Nuclear Power Referendum Passes in Kazakhstan

Nuclear Power Referendum Passes in Kazakhstan

By Catherine Putz
Critics argue that the Kazakh people were presented a largely one-sided positive view of the referendum, making the victory of the “yes” camp unsurprising. 

Kazakhstan’s Nuclear Power Conundrum

Kazakhstan’s Nuclear Power Conundrum

By Togzhan Kassenova
What is true and not in the arguments for and against nuclear power in Kazakhstan? Why does Russia loom so large in this debate? And is the government listening to the people?
Referendum to Decide Kazakhstan’s Nuclear Energy Ambition

Referendum to Decide Kazakhstan’s Nuclear Energy Ambition

By Nigel Li
Around 200 nuclear power plants are currently operating in 30 countries around the world. Kazakhstan may well be on its way to joining that list. 

Kazakhstan Sets Date for Nuclear Power Plant Referendum

Kazakhstan Sets Date for Nuclear Power Plant Referendum

By Catherine Putz
The question – “Do you agree with the construction of a nuclear power plant in Kazakhstan?” – will be put to voters on October 6.

Nuclear Energy in Kazakhstan? The Problem of Accountability

Nuclear Energy in Kazakhstan? The Problem of Accountability

By Nazira Kozhanova
In Kazakhstan, the topic of nuclear energy comes wrapped in the legacy of the Semipalatinsk, the Soviet nuclear testing site.

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Kazakhstan’s Cryptocurrency Mining Grows Despite Emissions Worries

Kazakhstan’s Cryptocurrency Mining Grows Despite Emissions Worries

By Paolo Sorbello
The increased energy demand could be met by a long-awaited nuclear power plant. 

With Kazatomprom Deal, China Secures Nuclear Fuel Supply and Enhances Ties With Kazakhstan

With Kazatomprom Deal, China Secures Nuclear Fuel Supply and Enhances Ties With Kazakhstan

By Gregory Xanthos
China’s state-owned corporations are acquiring strategic resources around the globe, including locking in nuclear fuel supplies from Kazakhstan.
Low Enriched Uranium Bank Officially Operational in Kazakhstan

Low Enriched Uranium Bank Officially Operational in Kazakhstan

By Catherine Putz
With its first delivery of LEU from France, the IAEA-owned and operated bank is officially operational.

Pugwash and Kazakhstan’s Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament

Pugwash and Kazakhstan’s Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament

By Kassym-Jomart Tokayev
No country in peacetime has suffered more from nuclear testing than Kazakhstan or done more to champion the cause of disarmament.

In East Asia, Kazakhstan Pushes for Nuclear Nonproliferation

In East Asia, Kazakhstan Pushes for Nuclear Nonproliferation

By Catherine Putz
Astana has made nuclear nonproliferation its global calling card, and it's setting sights on North Korea.

Kazakhstan Wants to Move the UN to Asia

Kazakhstan Wants to Move the UN to Asia

By Catherine Putz
President Nazarbayev wants the UN to know he's full of ideas for modernizing the body.
India Inks New Nuclear Deal with Kazakhstan

India Inks New Nuclear Deal with Kazakhstan

By Catherine Putz
The recent deal will see Kazakhstan supply India with 5,000 metric tons of uranium between 2015 and 2019.

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