Seoul, March 16, 2026 (AFP) - South Korea lifts coal cap, ramps up nuclear output amid energy concerns

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2026-03-16

South Korea's ruling party said on Monday the country will lift a cap on coal-powered generation capacity set at 80 percent and boost the use of nuclear power to about the same level. The world's eighth-largest consumer of crude oil is feeling the squeeze on energy supplies as Iran has choked off the vital Strait of Hormuz, with the Middle East war now entering its third week. The disruption along the key oil route has sent prices soaring and pro......

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