NEWS

On September 25, 2025, in Moscow, during the World Atomic Week (WAW 2025), the State Corporation Rosatom and the Ethiopian Electric Power Corporation signed an Action Plan to advance the nuclear power plant project in Ethiopia.  

The document was signed by Alexey Likhachev, Director General of Rosatom, and Ashabir Balcha, Director General of the Ethiopian Electric Power Corporation.

The Action Plan provides for the establishment of a specialized working group to conduct detailed elaboration of the nuclear power plant construction project, preparation of a roadmap leading to a feasibility study, and the signing of an intergovernmental agreement. Additionally, the document includes support for the development of Ethiopia’s nuclear infrastructure and joint efforts to enhance the qualifications of scientific and technical personnel in various peaceful uses of atomic energy.

Of particular significance were the bilateral talks held between Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed. The discussions focused on prospects and next steps for implementation of the nuclear power plant project in Ethiopia. Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed also participated in the Global Atomic Forum held as part of World Atomic Week alongside heads of state from several other countries.

Alexey Likhachev said, “Ethiopia is a valued partner, and we are pleased to assist this rapidly developing country in establishing a reliable and clean energy source. With the signing of the Action Plan to develop the nuclear power plant project, we move closer to the start of construction of Ethiopia’s first nuclear power plant. Rosatom is ready to share the latest technologies, support training of personnel and creation of necessary infrastructure. It is a great honor for us to be part of a project that will ensure a sustainable energy future for the country and the entire region.”