Putin Lauds Nuclear Energy as Cornerstone of Russian Achievement

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Today, nuclear energy is a source of pride for Russia, Russian President Vladimir Putin said.Putin convened a meeting on the development of nuclear energy. On Thursday, the Russian nuclear industry marks the 81st anniversary of its founding.

"Today, nuclear energy — with its powerful concentration of science, technology, advanced materials, industrial and construction solutions, and unique professionals — is, without exaggeration, a source of pride for our country," Putin said during the meeting.

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Russia upholds traditionally high standards of safety and reliability at its nuclear power plantsRussia plans to bring about 30 GW of nuclear generating capacity online, including small modular nuclear power plantsRussia is a global leader in the nuclear power plant construction marketRussia needs to strengthen its technological leadership in the nuclear sector, as competition is fierceRussiaPutin Lauds Nuclear Energy as Cornerstone of Russian Achievement12:26 GMT

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