Pakistan, May 28 -- Russia has signed an agreement with Kazakhstan to construct a nuclear power plant, marking a significant expansion of energy cooperation in Central Asia. The deal was concluded during a visit by Russian President Vladimir Putin to Astana. Officials said the agreement also includes financial arrangements to support the project's construction.

The agreement was signed between Russian and Kazakh authorities following talks between President Vladimir Putin and Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev. Both sides discussed long-term energy cooperation and regional development priorities. The project is expected to strengthen Kazakhstan's energy infrastructure and increase electricity generation capacity.

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