Current Affairs - International - Discussion

Japan has moved forward with the final approval required to restart the world’s largest nuclear power plant, marking a significant development in its energy policy. This decision comes nearly 15 years after the 2011 Fukushima Daiichi nuclear disaster, which had a profound impact on nuclear operations across the country. The plant in question, Kashiwazaki-Kariwa, is located in Niigata Prefecture and will be operated by Tokyo Electric Power Company (TEPCO). The restart reflects Japan’s cautious but determined approach toward reviving nuclear energy while addressing safety concerns rooted in past experiences.