Taiwan Considers Restarting Maanshan Nuclear Plant in 2028 Following Safety Reviews
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Summary
Taiwan may restart the Maanshan nuclear power plant in 2028 if safety reviews are successful, signaling a potential reversal of the island's anti-nuclear policy. Economic Minister Kung Ming-hsin indicated that restart procedures could begin in early 2028 if the facility passes safety assessments and recommissioning plans are thorough. The government recently announced it would draft proposals to restart two nuclear plants, including Maanshan, operated by Taiwan Power Co.
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Restart procedures for the Maanshan facility may begin in early 2028 if it passes a safety review
The island's government announced last week it would draft proposals to restart two nuclear power plants, including Maanshan
in another sign the island may reverse its anti-nuclear policy
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