Russia to Build Central Asia's First Nuclear Plant in Uzbekistan

Historic agreement marks a new phase in Russia-Uzbekistan cooperation, with significant investments and energy deals.

Russian state firm Rosatom to construct up to six nuclear reactors in Uzbekistan.
The project will be the first nuclear power plant in post-Soviet Central Asia.
Russia commits $400 million to a joint investment fund for Uzbek projects.
Uzbekistan seeks to increase imports of Russian oil and gas.
The agreement underscores Russia's strategy to expand influence in Asia amid Western sanctions.