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Taiwan Considers Nuclear Energy Amid Security Concerns

8/24/2025

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President William Lai indicated potential consideration of advanced nuclear energy if safety and public consensus are assured, after a referendum on the Ma-anshan Nuclear Power Plant.
Lai highlighted the significance of nuclear safety and waste management in energy policy.
The Democratic Progressive Party is reevaluating its nuclear stance due to energy security issues, exploring safer technologies like small modular reactors.
Taiwan's dependence on imported energy creates vulnerabilities amid increasing military threats from China.

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President William Lai indicated potential consideration of advanced nuclear energy if safety and public consensus are assured, after a referendum on the Ma-anshan Nuclear Power Plant.
Lai highlighted the significance of nuclear safety and waste management in energy policy.
The Democratic Progressive Party is reevaluating its nuclear stance due to energy security issues, exploring safer technologies like small modular reactors.
Taiwan's dependence on imported energy creates vulnerabilities amid increasing military threats from China.