Vietnam and Russia Sign Nuclear Energy Cooperation Deal

The agreement marks Vietnam's effort to revive its nuclear energy program with Russian support after shelving plans in 2016.

Vietnam and Russia signed a nuclear energy cooperation agreement during Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin's visit to Hanoi.
The deal involves collaboration between Russia's Rosatom and Vietnam's state-owned utility EVN, focusing on building nuclear power plants and sharing Russian technology.
Vietnam aims to restart its nuclear energy program to meet growing energy demands, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and achieve energy self-sufficiency by 2050.
The agreement is part of broader bilateral efforts, which include deals in digital technology, electronics, and the transfer of a marine research vessel to Vietnam.
The move highlights Russia's push to strengthen ties in Asia as it faces international isolation over its invasion of Ukraine.