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Nuclear power might be the future of energy in Malaysia as the government explores its potential in response to the global energy crisis caused by US-Israel war against Iran and the closure of one of the world’s most important geographical chokepoints: The Strait of Hormuz.

Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Amar Fadillah Yusof said the consideration to explore nuclear energy, which is part of the 13th Malaysia Plan, is an important step towards strengthening the country’s long-term energy security and supporting its clean energy goals, Malay Mail reported.