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Russia to build small nuclear power plant in Myanmar as 'symbol of friendship'

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18 August 2026

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technology

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Climate Tech

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Myanmar

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Fusion42 · 18 August 2026 · Fusion42 review

Russia and Myanmar have agreed to build a small nuclear power plant in Myanmar, initially with a capacity of 110 megawatts using Russian technology, aiming to strengthen bilateral cooperation including scientific research.

This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Climate Tech.

◆ The Wire takeaway

You face a new competitor as Russian-built nuclear power plants enter Myanmar’s energy mix, opening fresh opportunities to supply tech and services related to this project and its expansion. This project also signals longer-term Russian influence in Myanmar’s energy sector, so plan your partnerships accordingly.

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1 source · 18 Aug 2026

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