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French Parliament Debates Nuclear Modernisation and Small Reactor Expansion Under New Energy Law

Lawmakers in France are debating legislation aimed at accelerating upgrades to existing nuclear plants and supporting development of small modular reactors as part of long-term energy security and emissions reduction plans.
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