During the meeting, Mr. Jean-Alexandre EGEA expressed his pleasure at the strong and trusting cooperation between the French Embassy and EVN, as well as between Vietnam and France more broadly. He emphasized the importance of bilateral experience-sharing, which he believes will yield positive outcomes for EVN in its energy transition efforts in Vietnam.

High-Level meeting between EVN and French Embassy delegation

The French Embassy expressed its interest in collaborating and sharing expertise with EVN in the field of nuclear energy. Given France’s extensive experience in managing and operating nuclear power plants efficiently over the long term, the French side hopes to contribute valuable insights to Vietnam’s energy sector.

In response, EVN President and CEO Nguyen Anh Tuan extended his sincere gratitude to the French Embassy for its support. He also highlighted that the French Development Agency (AFD) has been designated as the primary financier for the Bac Ai Pumped Storage Hydropower Plant, Vietnam’s first-ever pumped storage hydropower project.

Regarding the Ninh Thuan 1 Nuclear Power Project, EVN is proceeding with the necessary procedures in accordance with regulations. The corporation highly values France’s expertise in nuclear power operations and is keen to receive further technical support and experience-sharing in this field.

Translator: Hoàng Duy Khánh