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Podcast: Middle East Dossier
Episode: N-word No Longer: The Middle East, South-east Asia, and Nuclear Power
Description: After years of opposition, nuclear power is enjoying renewed appeal around the world.
A key reason for this is an urgency to mitigate the impact of climate change by pursuing clean energy sources. Geopolitical events, such as the Russia-Ukraine war, have likewise intensified the drive for energy security.
In South-east Asia, Singapore is exploring nuclear power, while the Philippines, Indonesia, and Vietnam have announced plans to build plants. This marks a turnaround from years of government and public opposition. Similarly, in the Middle East, Saudi Arabia is actively studying the issue, and is seeking a...