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China Accelerates Energy System Plans Amid Global Shocks

4/7/2026

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Chinese President Xi Jinping called for accelerated planning and construction of a new energy system to boost energy security amid global shocks from the Iran war.
He emphasized hydropower development, ecological protection, and safe expansion of nuclear power.
He said coal will continue to play a crucial role as renewables grow.
China began constructing the world’s largest hydropower dam and a solar thermal plant in Tibet.

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Chinese President Xi Jinping called for accelerated planning and construction of a new energy system to boost energy security amid global shocks from the Iran war.
He emphasized hydropower development, ecological protection, and safe expansion of nuclear power.
He said coal will continue to play a crucial role as renewables grow.
China began constructing the world’s largest hydropower dam and a solar thermal plant in Tibet.