Kazakhstan to Launch Construction of First Nuclear Power Plant Near Kyrgyz Border

Kazakhstan is set to begin construction of its first nuclear power plant near the village of Ulken in the Almaty region, approximately 200 kilometers from the Kyrgyz border.

The official groundbreaking ceremony is planned for August 8, with media representatives invited to witness the launch of this long-discussed project, The Caspian Post reports, citing Kyrgyz media.

The site, located on the southern shore of the Kapchagay Reservoir, lies near Kyrgyzstan’s Chuy region, raising regional attention.

The initiative has sparked considerable public debate both within Kazakhstan and internationally, reflecting diverse views on the country’s move toward nuclear energy.