UZBEKISTAN’S NUCLEAR GAMBLE AND ITS HIDDEN RISKS: As the ruling regime revives its nuclear plans, questions remain whether they truly serve national interests
September 11, 2025
Alisher Ilkhamov 11 September 2025 This article examines Uzbekistan’s renewed push for nuclear energy, tracing the evolution of its agreements with Russia, the lack of transparency in project planning, the geopolitical pressures at play, and the economic and environmental risks involved. It argues that despite official promises, the project may impose far greater costs and vulnerabilities than benefits for Uzbekistan’s long-term energy security.
