Turkey close to deal with China on nuclear power plant

Energy minister says finalization likely in 'a few months' after years of talks

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Russia's state owned company Rosatom is now building four nuclear reactors in Mersin, Turkey. (Anadolu Agency photo)

SINAN TAVSAN, Nikkei staff writer

ANKARA -- Turkey's energy and natural resources minister told reporters from foreign media on Thursday that Turkey is in the final stages of completing its second nuclear energy deal with China. The country is preparing to generate its first nuclear-powered electricity next year through a plant being constructed by Russia.

If an agreement is reached, it will symbolize NATO member Turkey's all-directional friendships, even during a period of intensified U.S.-China rivalry.

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