Japan's Kashiwazaki-Kariwa nuclear power plant, initially set for a reactivation on the 20th, will defer its restart indefinitely. The factors leading to this suspension include both technical and political complexities. There is no clear timeline for when operations may resume at Kashiwazaki-Kariwa, the world's largest nuclear power plant by capacity.

Since the 2011 Fukushima nuclear disaster, Japan's policies toward nuclear power have been a topic of great public interest. Concerns about safety and the use of renewable alternatives to nuclear energy are prime factors in shaping public opinion and policy direction. Consequently, any developments related to nuclear power plants are closely tracked within the country.

In contrast, the handling of nuclear power in the US and EU varies greatly. In the US, nuclear power remains a significant part of the energy mix, with new technological advancements being considered to enhance safety. Similarly, within the EU, the stance varies across nations, with some like France heavily reliant on nuclear power, while others champion the turn towards renewable energy.