Indonesia’s Nuclear Deal with Russia is Fraught with Concerns

A floating nuclear plant sounds convenient. The reality is highly complex. …


By: Tim Daiss

Indonesia’s recent decision to move ahead with Russian floating nuclear power may eventually give the country a new source of low-carbon electricity to help reduce its greenhouse gas emissions. Fair enough. On the other hand, it could also create one of Southeast Asia’s most complicated energy, legal and geopolitical problems.

Russia’s state…