A Russian nuclear energy group is researching a project proposed by China to build two nuclear power facilities in Harbin of northeastern Heilongjiang province, according to a statement on the websites of China's Ministry of Commerce.

Russia's National Nuclear Power Group plans to send experts to the proposed sites to investigate, according to the general manager of the company's investment department.

As a nation with rich nuclear experience, Russia would like to strengthen cooperation with China in that sector, said the general manager.