Niger’s government announced it’s intention to nationalize the Somair uranium joint venture, previously operated by the French nuclear fuels company Orano. This decision escalates tensions between Niger and Orano, fueled by deteriorating relations with France following a military coup in July 2023. The government cited grievances, including the expiration of the mining agreement in December […]
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