US strikes civil nuclear agreement with Armenia, Russia’s former close ally
Summary
The United States and Armenia have signed a civil nuclear cooperation agreement. This deal allows the US to supply nuclear technology to Armenia, a move that shifts nuclear power collaboration from Russia to the US. The agreement is part of broader efforts to strengthen ties between the US and Armenia.Key Facts
- The US and Armenia signed a nuclear cooperation agreement known as a 123 Agreement.
- Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan and US Vice President JD Vance signed the agreement.
- The deal allows the US to license nuclear technology and equipment to Armenia.
- The agreement includes $5 billion in initial US exports and $4 billion for future contracts.
- Armenia wants to diversify its nuclear partners and reduce reliance on Russia.
- Russia previously dominated Armenia's nuclear sector, providing technology for Armenia's only nuclear power plant.
- The US agreement could lead to constructing a new nuclear reactor to replace Armenia's old Russian-built plant.
- The agreement is part of a broader initiative to create a corridor connecting Asia to Europe, bypassing Russia and Iran.
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