US and Saudi Arabia sign new nuclear agreement that could pave way for kingdom to enrich uranium
Summary
The United States and Saudi Arabia have signed a new nuclear agreement that may allow Saudi Arabia to enrich uranium for its civilian nuclear projects. The deal, approved by President Donald Trump, aims to strengthen cooperation while maintaining nuclear safety and preventing the spread of nuclear weapons.Key Facts
- The U.S. and Saudi Arabia signed a nuclear cooperation agreement called a “123 agreement.”
- The deal was approved by President Donald Trump and signed by U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright and Saudi Minister of Energy Abdulaziz bin Salman.
- This agreement could enable Saudi Arabia to build a uranium enrichment facility for peaceful purposes.
- The agreement includes a bilateral safeguards agreement to ensure safety and nonproliferation.
- The U.S. says this deal uses top nuclear technology and experts from the United States.
- The deal will last for 30 years and involve U.S. companies in developing the nuclear program.
- The agreement does not include the International Atomic Energy Agency’s Additional Protocol, which means less monitoring and inspection.
- The agreement will be reviewed by the U.S. Congress, where it might face opposition.
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