Karachi Nuclear Power Plant

The Karachi Nuclear Power Plant in Pakistan is an important energy project of cooperation between China and Pakistan, and it is also the first overseas project to use China's independently developed third-generation nuclear power technology, “Hualong One.” The plant is located along the coast of the Arabian Sea near Karachi, Pakistan, and is one of the landmark achievements of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor and the Belt and Road Initiative.

The Karachi Nuclear Power Plant includes two units, K-2 and K-3, each with an installed capacity of 1.1 million kilowatts, using the “Hualong One” technology, which is known for its high safety and economic performance. The technology features a 177-core design and multiple passive safety systems, capable of withstanding extreme situations such as earthquakes, floods, and aircraft collisions, earning it the reputation as a "national business card" in the nuclear power field.

The construction of the Karachi Nuclear Power Plant has had a profound impact on Pakistan's energy structure and economic development. During the construction process, Chinese builders overcame multiple challenges, such as high temperatures and the pandemic, demonstrating exceptional technical strength and cooperation spirit. The successful operation of the Karachi Nuclear Power Plant has not only alleviated Pakistan's power shortage but also set a model for deep cooperation between China and Pakistan in the energy sector, further strengthening the friendship between the two countries.

In conclusion, the Karachi Nuclear Power Plant is not only a milestone in China-Pakistan cooperation but also a significant symbol of China's nuclear power technology reaching the world. It contributes China's wisdom and solutions to global energy transformation and combating climate change.