Vietnam, Philippines resurrect plans for nuclear power

U.S., Japan and Russia see opportunities to export technology

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A nuclear plant is planned in the village of Thai An in Vietnam's Ninh Thuan province, but residents say they have received little information. (Photo by Yuji Nitta)

YUJI NITTA, YUKI FUJITA and KOSUKE INOUE

HANOI/MANILA/BANGKOK -- Nuclear power has gained a new lease on life in Vietnam and the Philippines as their demand for fossil-fuel-free electricity grows, opening up potential new markets for countries with reactor technology.

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