Russia and Kazakhstan Sign Agreement for First Nuclear Power Plant in Country

On May 28, 2026, Russia and Kazakhstan signed an agreement to build the first nuclear power plant in Kazakhstan. The agreement was reported by Al Arabiya and The Hindu. Russian President Putin described the project as a flagship initiative in the field of peaceful nuclear energy. Additionally, an agreement was signed on the provision of a Russian export credit to finance the construction of the plant, as reported by The Hindu. Tass also reported that Putin highlighted the project's significance in creating an entire industry.