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United States Energy Department
Coverage of United States Energy Department in the Nexus archive.
- US announces civilian nuclear deal with Saudi Arabia, says it includes non-proliferation safeguards
The United States and Saudi Arabia signed two agreements for peaceful nuclear cooperation with non-proliferation safeguards. The deal, which includes potential US-built uranium enrichment facilities, is under review by Congress and governed by the US Atomic Energy Act. Concerns about proliferation exist, but the US emphasizes safety and strategic interests.