The Metsamor Nuclear Power Plant, the only one in the South Caucasus, will continue operating until 2036, said Minister of Territorial Administration and Infrastructure David Khudatyan.

The extension program is progressing successfully: the first stage of extending the operating power unit has been completed through 2026, and now another ten-year extension is planned. All necessary agreements have been concluded, and the work is proceeding strictly on schedule.

The plant provides up to 40% of all electricity in Armenia and remains a key source of stable energy supply for the country. Extending its service life will allow the country to maintain its power system without disruptions and prepare for future energy projects.

At the same time, the authorities are studying the construction of a new nuclear power plant with a capacity of up to 1,200 MW with the participation of international partners. Rosatom has already prepared a preliminary feasibility study; options for modular reactors and technologies from the United States, Russia, and South Korea are under consideration. Final decisions on the new project are planned to be made in the coming years.