The European Union and the United States are concerned that Russia remains the leading supplier of enriched uranium for nuclear power plants. writes about this Le Figaro.
According to journalists, Western countries are increasing their investments in their own companies due to concerns that Moscow may stop supplying fuel to the reactors at any time. At the same time, the resumption of nuclear power plant construction and mine development led to a sharp increase in uranium demand.
Although the world’s uranium reserves, which are estimated to last until 2100, are sufficient, it is stated that only a few countries have developed these reserves. Among all countries, 80% of production comes from Kazakhstan, Canada, Namibia and Australia. Experts predict that the demand for nuclear fuel will increase significantly by 2040.
The United States of America in 2023 on February 8 purchased uranium An amount of $1.2 billion from Russia was a record figure in the history of statistics. in the State Duma connected Purchasing uranium from Russia with new sanctions.
Previously in the USA clarifiedWhat the West wants from Russia.