Laos diversifies into nuclear energy with Russian support

FILE PHOTO: Aerial photo taken on July 31, 2020 shows the construction site of the Nam Theun 1 hydropower project in Borikhamxay Province, Laos. Laos aims to diversify power sources, instead of relying heavily on hydropower- Sinohydro 3/Hangout via Xinhua

VIENTIANE: Laos is looking to Russian nuclear energy technology to boost its domestic power sector - a vital source of revenue for the landlocked nation.

The two governments agreed to sign a roadmap to develop Laos's nuclear energy during Lao President Thongloun Sisoulith's visit to Moscow recently, along with several other bilateral agreements.