Daejeon Grapples With Nuclear Waste Amid Safety Reforms

South Korea's NSSC approved key nuclear regulatory reforms including a transfer of nuclear fuel material and tightened health exam standards for radiation-exposed workers. Meanwhile, Daejeon struggles with growing volumes of radioactive waste stored in urban facilities, underscoring unresolved challenges in spent fuel management and public safety concerns.

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