A Dubious Deal: Nuclear Co operation and the Risk of Proliferation The recent agreement between the US and Saudi Arabia on nuclear co operation has sparked concern among non proliferation experts, who warn that it could embolden Riyadh to pursue a nuclear weapons program.
The deal, which would allow for the building of a uranium enrichment facility in Saudi Arabia, diverges from traditional non proliferation policy and raises questions about Washington's commitment to preventing the spread of nuclear arms.
The agreement, known as a 123 agreement, authorizes US companies to sell nuclear technology to Saudi Arabia without imposing stringent safeguards or monitoring measures.