Japan’s nuclear fuel reprocessing plant is at risk of experiencing its 28th delay, with liquid waste processing prior to startup cited as a key factor that could push the project’s completion beyond fiscal 2026. The plant, located in Japan and part of broader East Asian energy infrastructure, has faced multiple postponements over the years. The latest potential delay underscores ongoing challenges in managing nuclear fuel reprocessing and waste treatment.

This development was reported by Nikkei Asia on July 16, 2026, highlighting the uncertainty surrounding the plant’s operational timeline.

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