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Trump Approves Landmark Nuclear Deal With Saudi Arabia in Big Win for Kingdom: Report
The 30-year agreement could let U.S. firms lead Saudi nuclear work and may permit uranium enrichment, The Wall Street Journal reported.
President Donald Trump formally approved a civilian nuclear deal with Saudi Arabia that could permit uranium enrichment on Saudi soil, according to The Wall Street Journal.
The agreement, expected to be announced as early as Wednesday, establishes a 30-year partnership positioning American firms to lead development of Saudi Arabia's nuclear infrastructure.
Following a joint U.S.-Saudi study, the deal could facilitate construction of a uranium enrichment facility within Saudi Arabia, raising proliferation concerns in the region.
American firms are positioned to capture significant profits from the infrastructure work, as the deal excludes other foreign competitors from the primary construction role.
Concerns regarding nuclear proliferation in the Middle East persist, with the Journal noting the deal likely raises questions about technology spread across the region.