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Argentina's nuclear strategy under President Javier Milei includes restarting uranium mining in Patagonia, sparking environmental and sovereignty concerns. Critics argue the plan prioritizes US interests, with fears of export over local energy production.

The proposal includes developing small modular reactors and partial privatization of the state-owned utility Nucleoeléctrica. The initiative faces strong opposition from local communities and environmental groups, citing historical issues with mining and nuclear waste management.