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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Allan Olingo and Anton L. Delgado

Asia and Africa turn to nuclear power as Iran war sparks energy crisis

A global energy shock, stemming from the conflict in Iran, is driving a significant shift towards nuclear power generation across Africa and Asia, and even spurring atomic energy ambitions in nations previously without such programmes.

Asia, a primary destination for Middle Eastern oil and natural gas, was among the first and most severely impacted by disruptions to vital shipping routes, with Africa swiftly following suit.

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