Egypt denies US claims of defects at Dabaa nuclear plant, affirms compliance with global standards

Egypt's Nuclear Power Plants Authority on Tuesday issued an official statement denying a report by US outlet Politico that alleged "defects" during the construction of the Dabaa nuclear power plant, stressing that the facility is designed according to the highest international nuclear safety standards.

The statement clarified that the article, which referenced a confidential letter dated June 4 sent to an official at Russia's Rosatom, contained inaccurate claims about the project.

The authority added that the design of the Dabaa plant fully complies with International Atomic Energy Agency standards and takes into account all potential risks, including earthquakes, tsunamis, hurricanes, and high winds.

The authority also emphasized that individual technical observations during construction are normal in major nuclear projects, noting that the project is subject to continuous independent oversight by Egypt's Nuclear and Radiological Regulatory Authority, as well as supervision from the International Atomic Energy Agency.

It confirmed that construction of the Dabaa nuclear power plant is progressing on schedule without any delays.