On January 16, 2024 a delegation headed by Fan Yong, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the People's Republic of China to the Republic of Armenia paid a study visit to the Armenian NPP.

During the technical tour organized at the premises of the plant, the delegation became familiar with the operation of the major and auxiliary systems and equipment included in the technological chain of electricity production.

After the tour during a meeting with the management of the HAEK CJSC the possibilities of cooperation between the two countries in the field of nuclear energy were discussed. Eduard Martirosyan, General Director of the HAEK CJSC noted that work began on Unit 2 life re-extension project and the Chinese companies involved in the industry could also take part in the tenders announced for this purpose. In addition, they touched upon the issue related to the design for construction of a new unit in the Republic of Armenia, in connection with which the ways to ensure a more substantive interaction with Chinese industry organizations through the mediation of the diplomatic mission were outlined.

Following the discussions the parties welcomed the willingness to cooperate, positively assessing the observable prerequisites in this area.