Indonesia plans to build its first nuclear power plant by 2034

• 3 months ago (2025-06-25)
• David Flin

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Bahlil Lahadalia, Indonesia’s Energy and Resources Minister, has said that Indonesia plans to build its first nuclear power plant by 2034 to secure its energy future and reduce reliance on fossil fuels. The project is part of the country’s long-term energy strategy and will be overseen by the Directorate General of New and Renewable Energy under the ministry.

Bahlil said: “Several countries have expressed interest in partnering with Indonesia to develop nuclear energy. We have prepared the roadmap, and by 2035 at the latest, Indonesia will have its first nuclear power plant.”

There will be two 250 MW units, one in Sumatra and one in Kalimantan. Bahlil said that Russia and Canada have formally indicated interest in joining the project and are currently front-runners. He said: “As long as there is a cooperative relationship with Indonesia and the partnership is mutually beneficial, we are open to collaboration with any country.”