Reuters: Ungaria ia în calcul renunțarea la Rosatom pentru extinderea centralei nucleare de la Paks

Hungary is considering replacing Russian company Rosatom for the expansion of the Paks nuclear power plant, a significant EU project. The government is evaluating alternatives and a decision is expected by early next year. The project, awarded to Rosatom in 2014 without a tender, has faced financial and political scrutiny amid EU-Russia relations. Hungary has already spent over €2 billion on the project, and changing contractors could lead to financial penalties. Despite the challenges, the Hungarian government remains committed to nuclear energy as essential for meeting electricity demands. Discussions with potential alternative suppliers are ongoing, with a focus on simplifying foreign relations.