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Taiwan Considers Nuclear Power Amid Energy Crisis

4/6/2026

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  • The 2011 Fukushima nuclear meltdown led Taiwan and other nations to abandon nuclear energy.
  • A recent energy crisis caused by the Middle East war prompts reconsideration of nuclear power.
  • Taiwan's President Lai Ching-te has proposed reopening the discussion on nuclear energy to meet rising demand.
  • Taiwan's energy supply is strained, relying on liquefied natural gas imports, notably from Qatar.
  • Taipower has proposed restarting one of Taiwan's nuclear plants to address energy needs.