South Korea Offers Nuclear Technology to Indonesia for Energy Security
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What happened
South Korea offered nuclear technology to Indonesia to address energy security needs. Kim Chanwoo, Minister-Counselor for Economic Affairs at the Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Jakarta, stated that South Korea possesses experience in exporting nuclear technology and building nuclear power plants overseas.
From antaranews.com
Why it matters
Kim Chanwoo noted that rising electricity demand in Indonesia, partly driven by data centers, requires new energy sources. This potential cooperation aligns with Indonesia's plans for nuclear energy development under its Electricity Supply Business Plan for 2025–2034.
From antaranews.com
Who's involved
- IndonesiaRecipient of the nuclear technology offer
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The entities involved
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Indonesia
island country in Southeast Asia and Oceania
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