BEIJING, Sept. 21 (Xinhua) -- Construction on the Chashma NPP Unit 4 by China Nuclear Engineering & Construction Corporation (CNEEC) was completed on September 8 Pakistan Time, marking the completion of the four units in Chashma NPP Phase I, according to CNEEC.
The completion of Chashma NPP Phase I will further alleviate the power shortage in Pakistan, promote its economic construction and improve the life of locals.
Chashma NPP Unit 1 has been operating soundly for 17 years; Unit 2 went into commercial operation in 2011, earning high praise from the governments of both countries; Unit 3 went into commercial operation 26 days ahead of schedule in late 2016; Unit 4 is operating stably with outstanding safety indicators and performance.
Additionally, Karachi Nuclear Power Plant Units 2 & 3, adopting China's independent Huarong I third-generation nuclear power technology, are progressing in full swing of construction, marking the entry of China-Pakistan nuclear power cooperation into a new stage.
He Yu, Chairman of China General Nuclear Power Corporation (CEEC) said, exporting a nuclear power plant is equivalent to exporting 200 aircrafts. It is of great strategic significance and economic value.
Nuclear power has become another international icon of China after high-speed rail. Huarong I and CAP1400 are China's key exported nuclear power products. Huarong I has made its way into Pakistan, Argentina, the UK and other countries while CAP1400 is vying for the nuclear power market in South Africa, Turkey and other countries. (Edited by Niu Huizhe, niuhuizhe@xinhua.org)
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