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Pakistan advances nuclear energy expansion with Chashma-5 reactor milestone

Pakistan advances its nuclear energy program with a key milestone at the Chinese-backed Chashma-5 plant.

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Maryam Nawaz
Press TV, Islamabad

Pakistan has achieved a major milestone in its nuclear energy program with the completion of the reactor building dome placement at the Chashma-5 nuclear power plant.

The 1,200 megawatt project, being developed with Chinese cooperation, is expected to begin electricity generation in September 2030.