Fourth Debate on Restarting Nuclear Power Plant

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During a fourth debate on restarting nuclear power in Taiwan, Taiwan People's Party Chair Huang Kuo-chang says that polls show majority support for the move. Opponents cite safety concerns over the plant's location.

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00:00Taiwan People's Party Chair Huang Guocang says nuclear power has majority support in Taiwan.

00:07He cites polls showing that two-thirds of Taiwanese people back restarting one of the country's nuclear power plants.

00:30Huang was speaking at a debate over nuclear power use in Taiwan.

00:40The country will hold a referendum on August 23rd, asking voters if they support restarting the Ma'an Shan nuclear power plant in the south.

00:48During the debate, Huang's opponent argued that doing so would come with huge safety risks as the surrounding area is seismically active.

00:55The referendum will be held alongside recall votes for seven opposition Kuomintang lawmakers.

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