Nuclear Energy Cooperation with Saudi Arabia
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US companies that build nuclear reactors and supply nuclear components may gain new export contracts if Saudi Arabia moves forward with a civilian nuclear power program under this agreement. The benefit depends on whether US firms, rather than competitors from other countries, win the actual construction and supply contracts.
“I hereby approve the proposed Agreement and authorize the Secretary of State to arrange for its execution.”
The U.S. and Saudi Arabia reached a landmark agreement on civil nuclear power, allowing the kingdom to build reactors using American technology and potentially enrich uranium. The deal, known as a 123 Agreement, lacks the 'Additional Protocol' for intrusive snap inspections by the IAEA.
The 30-year agreement would allow U.S. companies like Westinghouse to help develop Saudi Arabia's civilian nuclear sector. Critics warn that allowing domestic uranium enrichment could weaken non-proliferation messages aimed at Iran, despite the peaceful intent of the program.
President Trump approved a 123 Agreement with Saudi Arabia that omits the IAEA's 'Additional Protocol' for enhanced monitoring. The deal faces potential headwinds in Congress from lawmakers concerned about regional nuclear proliferation and competition.
Document Type
Executive Order
Official Title
Presidential Determination on the Proposed Agreement for Cooperation Between the Government of the United States of America and the Government of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Concerning Peaceful Uses of Nuclear Energy
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