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February 6, 2026

FACTBOX: Russia’s nuclear power projects abroad

Rosatom ranks first globally by the number of nuclear power plant construction projects abroad, with 41 power units in 11 countries worldwide

FACTBOX: Russia’s nuclear power projects abroad

TL;DR

  • Rosatom is the global leader in nuclear power plant construction abroad, with 41 power units in 11 countries.
  • The company's foreign order portfolio exceeded $200 billion in 2025.
  • Rosatom also exports nuclear fuel, provides enrichment services, and engages in uranium mining and geological exploration.
  • Key international projects include the Paks II NPP (Hungary), Rooppur NPP (Bangladesh), Belarusian NPP (Belarus), El Dabaa NPP (Egypt), Kudankulam NPP (India), Bushehr and Hormoz NPPs (Iran), Balkhash NPP (Kazakhstan), Tianwan and Xudapu NPPs (China), Akkuyu NPP (Turkey), and a small modular plant in Uzbekistan.
  • Projects frequently utilize VVER reactor technology, including VVER-1200 and VVER-1000 models.
  • Rosatom is also exploring or has preliminary agreements for projects in Brazil, Vietnam, Kyrgyzstan, Laos, Mongolia, Myanmar, Nigeria, Saudi Arabia, and Sri Lanka.

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