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Taiwan plans nuclear restart amid energy crisis protests

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  • Taiwan plans to restart nuclear power due to energy crisis risks from the Iran war.
  • The decision has caused protests and internal DPP criticism.
  • Nuclear power reportedly has around 70% public support.

Taiwan is making a historic U-turn by planning to restart nuclear power due to the risk of an energy crisis linked to the Iran war. The decision has sparked protests and internal criticism within the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP), which previously pushed for a phase-out. Supporters point to threats of energy shortages, and nuclear power has the support of around 70% of the population.

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