Kazakhstan, South Korea move closer to atomic cooperation deal

Kazakhstan and South Korea are discussing the preparation of a memorandum on cooperation in the nuclear energy sector, according to Kazinform.

Officials from both countries met in Astana to explore ways of expanding collaboration in the nuclear industry. Discussions focused on the deployment of small modular reactors (SMRs), workforce training and the strengthening of scientific and technical cooperation.

Vasily Lavrenov, Deputy Chairman of Kazakhstan’s Atomic Energy Agency, said SMRs represent a promising area for bilateral cooperation.

“Kazakhstan is studying international experience and is interested in exchanging expertise on advanced reactor technologies and safety issues,” Lavrenov said.

The two sides also discussed the possible signing of a memorandum of understanding aimed at deepening cooperation in the nuclear sector.

By Aghakazim Guliyev