Contracts. Rosatom has made its first-ever shipment of nuclear fuel to China’s Xudabao NPP. The nuclear fuel was delivered by the Fuel Division (TVEL) of the Russian nuclear corporation under a fuel supply contract for Xudabao Units 3 and 4, which are being built to a Russian design and will feature Generation III+ VVER-1200 reactors. “Xudabao is a new destination for Russian nuclear fuel supplies. Earlier, we shipped fuel for VVER-1000 and VVER-1200 reactors at the Tianwan NPP, and for China’s experimental fast neutron reactor. And now we are turning another page in the dynamic relations with our Chinese partners. We also plan to manufacture and deliver the initial fuel loadings for two more new VVER-1200 reactors at the Tianwan and Xudabao NPPs by the end of this year,” says Oleg Grigoriev, Senior Vice President for Commerce and International Business at TVEL.

Technologies. Rosatom presented its nuclear energy solutions to the Speaker of the Regional Representative Council of Indonesia. The parties discussed Rosatom’s advanced technologies tailored to the country’s needs, including large-capacity nuclear power plants, small modular reactors, and floating power units. “Possessing extensive experience in international nuclear projects, Rosatom is ready to contribute to ensuring a reliable and sustainable energy supply for Indonesia. We offer a wide range of technologies capable of achieving the country’s diverse goals, from large-capacity nuclear power plants to small modular reactors, including floating power units,” said Anna Belokoneva, Head of Rosatom’s country office in Indonesia.

Cooperation. A Rosatom delegation paid a working visit to Vietnam. As part of the visit, representatives of Giredmet (Rosatom’s Chemical Technology Cluster) and Vinacomin Minerals Holding Corporation had a meeting to discuss cooperation opportunities in the processing of mineral raw materials containing rare and rare-earth elements, as well as titanium-bearing ores. In addition, Dmitry Raspopin, Director of Rosatom’s country office in Vietnam, held a working meeting with the leadership of the Vietnam Petroleum Institute (VPI). “Rosatom is ready to share its international experience and technological capabilities in nuclear energy. We are interested in expanding cooperation with Vietnamese research organizations, including the Vietnam Petroleum Institute, to help the country adopt advanced, safe, and sustainable energy solutions. I am confident that joint scientific research and personnel training will become a solid foundation for the long-term development of the country’s energy sector,” Dmitry Raspopin concluded.

Safety. The Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) has adopted a framework document on cooperation in addressing the nuclear legacy for the period up to 2030. The draft document was developed by TVEL (part of Rosatom). Particular attention is paid to the exchange of advanced technologies, joint research, and raising investment. “Our joint work with colleagues from the CIS countries has culminated in the signing of an official document at the interstate level. Its implementation will enhance the safety of waste and irradiated fuel management, reduce the infrastructural and financial risks associated with the decommissioning of nuclear legacy facilities, strengthen cooperation among specialized organizations, and attract additional investments and advanced technologies to the Commonwealth countries,” commented Eduard Nikitin, Director of Nuclear Decommissioning and Radioactive Waste Management Programs at TVEL.

Cooperation. A Russian delegation discussed the prospects for conducting experiments at the Multipurpose Fast Research Reactor (MBIR) with Chinese partners. During a visit to China, the delegation from the MBIR International Research Center Consortium held talks with key industry institutes and corporations and visited the research facilities of their Chinese colleagues. The parties discussed the possibility of Chinese scientists conducting reactor research using MBIR. The dialogue continued with a meeting in Moscow with Gan Yong, Counselor of the Chinese Embassy. “The MBIR reactor boasts unparalleled features that are of great interest to Chinese nuclear research institutions. We view the development of cooperation with the International Research Center as an important platform for advancing the partnership between Russia and China in this cutting-edge scientific and technical field,” noted Chinese Embassy Counselor Gan Yong.

Education. With Rosatom’s support, Vietnam hosted the first national stage of the Global HackAtom international student championship, where contestants attempt to find solutions to real-world nuclear industry cases. Over two days, 18 student teams developed concepts and prepared presentations of digital solutions in nuclear medicine, including the application of artificial intelligence technologies, remote monitoring, patient flow management, and personalized diagnostics. The winner was a team from the Hanoi University of Science and Technology; they will represent Vietnam for the first time in the HackAtom Final in September 2026. “Holding the national stage of HackAtom in Vietnam is a crucial step in developing the strategic partnership between Rosatom and the Vietnam Atomic Energy Institute. Initiatives like this help identify talented students and young professionals who will go on to become part of the team advancing civil nuclear technologies,” said Ilya Vergizaev, CEO of Rosatom Construction Technologies. “We expect the winners and runners-up of the competition to eventually join the team at the Nuclear Science and Technology Center, which we are currently setting up, and help strengthen Vietnam’s scientific and technological potential.”