Atomic energy will turn into a full -fledged branch of the national economy. The President of Kazakhstan Kasim-Zhomart Tokaev said this at a meeting of the National Council on Science and Technology, Akorda reports.
At the beginning of his speech, Kasim-Zhomart Tokaev noted that science and technology are strategically important for all states.
“The global geopolitical situation remains unstable, numerous threats and challenges are preserved. But, as the Chinese proverb is used, where the opportunity is always hidden, ”the time of investment, knowledge and high technologies has come. The head of state recalled that a decision on the construction of a nuclear power plant was made at a nationwide referendum. “Of course, atomic energy is an extremely important, necessary source of energy for Kazakhstan. At the same time, not only we, but other countries are actively developing this industry. There are currently 416 atomic reactors in the world. 94 nuclear reactors are operating in the USA, while the country does not have its own uranium. Kazakhstan provides 24% of the supply of this fuel to the American market. A similar situation in France, where more in France is more 50 stations are obtained in our country, 31 countries are energy at the nuclear power plant. He recalled that the development of atomic energy is impossible without strategically important mineral resources. “Kazakhstan has sufficient reserves of rare metals necessary for this industry. Our country is one of the world leaders in uranium mining. 40% of all uranium deposits are concentrated in the bowels of Kazakhstan. It is necessary to use this advantage correctly. The construction of the nuclear power plant will radically change the role of uranium in the economy. If this wealth was directed exclusively for export, then in the future it will become in demand and inside and inside and inside will be in demand and inside Countries should be prepared for these changes today, it is necessary to conduct a thorough analysis, ”the president said.