Seoul: The state-run Korea Hydro and Nuclear Power (KHNP) announced on Monday that it has reached an agreement with its Slovak counterpart to broaden cooperation in the fields of nuclear decommissioning and waste disposal. This strategic partnership aims to enhance both countries' capabilities in managing nuclear technologies.According to Yonhap News Agency, a memorandum of understanding was signed in Seoul with Slovakia's state-run nuclear energy company, JAVYS. The agreement is designed to promote the exchange of technology and personnel between the two nations. KHNP CEO Whang Joo-ho emphasized the importance of this collaboration, stating, "Cooperation with JAVYS will help South Korea develop its nuclear decommissioning technologies and enhance its capacity to manage nuclear waste."Whang further highlighted that this partnership would enable KHNP to expand its presence in the global market for nuclear decommissioning, thereby supporting the company's future endeavors to secure international projects. T he South Korean government has previously announced plans to cultivate 2,500 experts and 100 businesses to achieve $100 million in overseas nuclear decommissioning projects by 2030, reflecting the significance of this new collaboration.
- October 12, 2026
