The United States and Saudi Arabia have signed a peaceful nuclear cooperation agreement, commonly known as a 123 agreement, alongside an accompanying bilateral safeguards agreement, establishing the legal framework for long-term collaboration on peaceful nuclear energy.
The agreement was signed by US Secretary of Energy Chris Wright and Saudi Minister of Energy His Royal Highness Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman, alongside a bilateral safeguards agreement. US officials said the partnership supports nuclear safety, security and non-proliferation while expanding opportunities for American companies.
Key developments:
- 123 agreement enables US civil nuclear cooperation with Saudi Arabia.
- Supports American nuclear technology exports and supply chains.
- Includes safeguards intended to uphold international non-proliferation standards.
- The agreement will now be submitted to the US Congress for review.
The announcement follows continued US efforts to expand civil nuclear exports and strengthen strategic partnerships in the Middle East while supporting Saudi Arabia’s long-term energy diversification plans.
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