Uzatom expands cooperation with China’s CNNC and France’s Assystem
Uzbekistan’s Nuclear Power Agency, "Uzatom," has signed several key memorandums of cooperation with international partners to advance its nuclear energy sector. Among these agreements, a memorandum was signed with China National Nuclear Corporation Overseas Ltd. (CNOS), a subsidiary of the China National Nuclear Corporation (CNNC), according to a press release from "Uzatom."

The agreements were finalized during an international conference held on December 5 in Samarkand. At the event, Uzbekistan and the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) also updated the Framework Country Programme to strengthen collaboration in nuclear energy development.
Additionally, Uzatom signed an agreement with Assystem Engineering and Operation Services, a subsidiary of the French engineering company Assystem. A memorandum of understanding was concluded with the World Nuclear Association (WNA) to enhance engagement with the global nuclear energy community. Uzatom also formalized a partnership with the Institute of Nuclear Physics of the Academy of Sciences of Uzbekistan to foster advancements in nuclear science and technology.
Further efforts to support education and digital innovation were marked by a memorandum signed between the Tashkent branch of the National Research Nuclear University MEPhI (Moscow Engineering Physics Institute) and Uzbekistan’s Research Institute for the Development of Digital Technologies and Artificial Intelligence.
Last month, Uzatom and CNNC discussed the possibility of leveraging China’s expertise in the construction of small nuclear power plants (SNPPs). The two parties explored expanding cooperation in uranium mining, processing, and the production and export of high-value-added nuclear products, including nuclear fuel for power plants. The Chinese side also expressed interest in broadening collaboration across all areas of nuclear technology.
Otabek Amanov, Director of the Directorate for NPP Construction at Uzatom, mentioned that international companies might be invited to participate in constructing auxiliary facilities for the planned small nuclear power plant in Jizzakh. This could include the supply of turbine equipment, generators, and dry cooling towers.
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