Seoul: South Korea is set to restart the Shin-Hanul 2 reactor after the country's nuclear safety commission authorized the resumption.

According to Anadolu Agency, the reactor was shut down for maintenance following two malfunctions in March this year. The Seoul-based Yonhap News reported that the Nuclear Safety and Security Commission gave the green light for operations to resume after repairs began on April 20, following a coolant leak on March 12 and a gas leak two days later.

During the repair process, Korea Hydro and Nuclear Power Co. identified a defect in one of the fuel rods and took necessary measures. The commission confirmed that inspections on 88 items have been completed, with an additional 11 follow-up tests to be conducted.