South Asia
Bangladesh has approved a Russian proposal to build its first nuclear power plant. Pakistan with Chinese help is building three small reactors and preparing to build two large ones near Karachi.
Central Asia
Kazakhstan with its abundance of uranium is working closely with Russia in planning development of small new reactors for its own use and export.
Middle East
The United Arab Emirates is building the first two of four 1450 MWe South Korean reactors at a cost of over $20 billion and is collaborating closely with IAEA and experienced international firms. Iran’s first power reactor is in operation, and more are planned.
Saudi Arabia, Jordan and Egypt are also moving towards employing nuclear energy for power and desalination.
Africa
South Africa is committed to plans for further conventional nuclear power reactors.
Nigeria has sought the support of the International Atomic Energy Agency to develop plans for two 1000 MWe reactors.