Prime Minister Narendra Modi has reached Namibia for the first time.
PM Modi reached Namibia for the first time. The Namibia which is famous for the treasure for its special kind, which most countries of the world want to get and speed up the economy. PM Modi’s first visit to South African country Namibia is special in many ways. An Indian Prime Minister has reached here in 27 years. He was welcomed at the airport with traditional dance here.
Namibia is known worldwide for its huge reserves of its uranium. This mineral is nothing short of a treasure for Namibia’s economy. Know, Why is the world’s eye on Namibia’s treasury and why is it special for this country?
Why the world’s eyes on Namibia’s treasury?
Uranium is a mineral, used to make nuclear weapons. The nuclear bomb formed by this gives superpower to any country, on which the country shows the eye to the enemy. The treasure of uranium is very important in terms of safety and military strategy. This is the reason that many countries of the world are accumulating uranium in their reserve, but Namibia has its treasure. He mines it through his mines and speeds up the economy by selling many countries of the world.
Uranium is used in nuclear power plants. Large amounts of electricity are generated. Uranium is considered better than coal or gas. At present, many countries of the world are trying to make electricity from uranium to deal with climate change. This is because it does not emit greenhouse gases which causes global warming.
This is the reason why uranium is called a symbol of energy, security and international power. All the major countries of the world are engaged in achieving and controlling it.
Why is Namibia’s treasure special?
Statistics from the World Nuclear Association show that in the year 2022, Namibia was among the top 5 countries producing uranium. Namibia’s rossing and husab mines are counted among the world’s largest uranium mines. Due to the use of nuclear power plants, its demand is increasing worldwide. As a result, uranium is speeding up the economy of Namibia.
Many countries of the world including China have invested heavy for uranium mining in Namibia. Employment opportunities were created here due to increasing foreign investment. In the mining industry, the youth of Namibia are getting more opportunities. However, it also has some disadvantages. Uranium mining negatively affects the quality of water and land of that country. Being radioactive elements, their safe mining is necessary. Along with this, its storage is also important.
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