nuclear power

Vietnam undergoes IAEA nuclear infrastructure assessment

December 02, 2025 | 16:49

The International Atomic Energy Agency has begun an 11-day mission to Vietnam to carry out an Integrated Nuclear Infrastructure Review.

Dedicated policy urged to meet nuclear tech promise

November 17, 2025 | 11:23

A new generation of nuclear technology is taking shape, with modular reactors promising to deliver clean power in smaller, safer packages, and Vietnam positioning itself to join this global movement.

KEPCO to develop skilled workforce for Vietnam's nuclear power sector

August 15, 2025 | 11:11

KEPCO announced on August 13 that it had signed an MoU with Petrovietnam to foster a skilled workforce for Vietnam's fledgling nuclear power industry.

Russia's Rosatom proposes reactor for Vietnam nuclear power plant

May 15, 2025 | 17:36

Rosatom and Vietnam have signed an inter-agency roadmap for the development of nuclear technologies through 2030.

Vietnam and Russia to accelerate nulear power deal

May 12, 2025 | 18:51

Vietnam and Russia have agreed on a nuclear power deal as part of a new bilateral comprehensive strategic partnership.

Nuclear power plans take off in bid to ensure energy

February 25, 2025 | 11:00

Policies for building Ninh Thuan province-based nuclear power plants were approved last week by the National Assembly, in a bid to ensure energy for Vietnam.

Neccessity outlined for nuclear power acceleration

February 21, 2025 | 15:15

The government is discussing a series of mechanisms for nuclear power to become operational at the end of this decade - much sooner than typical undertakings of this type are carried out.

Vietnam revives Ninh Thuan nuclear power project

February 19, 2025 | 14:00

Vietnam has officially revived the Ninh Thuan nuclear power project, which comprises two plants located in Phuoc Hai and Vinh Hai commune

Numbers crunched for nuclear programme

January 17, 2025 | 10:14

To resurrect its dormant nuclear programme, Vietnam needs about 2,400 engineers, scientists, and other staff, but officials are warning of a shortage.

Utilising nuclear power in harmony with green growth

December 25, 2024 | 10:27

The revised Electricity Law is creating a development space for nuclear power in Vietnam. Nguyen Thai Son, vice president of the Vietnam Energy Association, talked with VIR’s Nguyen Thu about the role of nuclear power projects in green growth.

Research intensifies on nuclear question

December 07, 2024 | 08:00

The country’s rising energy demand, driven by rapid socioeconomic development and a commitment to net-zero emissions, has reignited discussions on nuclear power.

Vietnam eyes nuclear revival to bolster energy security

November 14, 2024 | 16:46

Vietnam is considering restarting its nuclear power programme to ensure a stable energy supply as it accelerates renewable energy adoption and targets net-zero emissions by 2050.

Nuclear power project restart can support Vietnam’s long-term net-zero commitments

November 03, 2024 | 16:58

The consideration of restarting nuclear power projects to support Vietnam’s socioeconomic development is becoming increasingly necessary in the current period.

A nuclear focus for energy security

November 03, 2024 | 16:55

Amendments to the Electricity Law set out policies on nuclear power development, with a proposal for the state to have a monopoly in investing in the construction of nuclear power plant projects.