Albania abandons plans for development of nuclear energy.

By bne IntelliNews November 15, 2011
Albanian Prime Minister Sali Berisha said his country has officially abandoned plans to develop nuclear energy and will instead focus on renewables, NOA news agency reported. Berisha made the announcement during a visit to Norway. Albania established the National Nuclear Agency (AKOB) in January 2010. The agency is responsible for drafting, supervision and development the national nuclear program. The institution is also involved in the elaboration of a comprehensive legal framework in this regards.

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