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Niger embraces Russia for uranium production leaving France out in the cold

A uranium mine in Niger, formerly controlled by French nuclear company Orano. Photo David Boily. AFP - Photo David Boily. AFP

Niger has called on Russian firms to directly invest in uranium and other natural resource production, following the collapse of relations with former colonial ruler France and the eviction of French nuclear giant Orano from the country

Niger's recent diplomatic shift away from France towards Russia has marked a turning point in the nation’s resource management strategy, particularly concerning its abundant uranium reserves.

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