23.07.2026 08:00
The "123 Agreement" covering peaceful nuclear cooperation and a mutual security measures agreement were signed between the US and Saudi Arabia. The agreement, which will pave the way for a long-term partnership worth billions of dollars, is expected to provide US companies with significant opportunities in Saudi Arabia’s nuclear energy program, strengthen strategic cooperation between the two countries, and impact geopolitical balances in the Middle East as well as the global energy market.
The U.S. and Saudi Arabia have signed a comprehensive cooperation agreement in the field of civil nuclear energy. The U.S. Department of Energy announced the signing of the peaceful nuclear cooperation agreement, known as the "123 Agreement," along with an accompanying mutual security measures agreement.
FOUNDATION LAID FOR BILLION-DOLLAR PARTNERSHIP
The agreements, signed by U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright and Saudi Energy Minister Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman, are stated to contribute to economic and strategic goals, particularly preventing nuclear proliferation.
The U.S. Department of Energy's statement noted that these agreements would establish the legal foundation for a multi-billion dollar partnership lasting decades, and that American companies would gain extensive access to Saudi Arabia's nuclear energy program.
WILL OFFER NEW OPPORTUNITIES FOR U.S. COMPANIES
The statement said the agreement would provide significant contributions to American industry, workers, and supply chains, while also supporting Saudi Arabia's growing energy needs.
It was emphasized that the agreements would maintain high standards for nuclear security, safety, and non-proliferation, enhance U.S. competitiveness in civil nuclear technology, and contribute to regional security.
"WILL DEEPEN STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP"
The U.S. Department of Energy stated that, along with President Donald Trump's administration, the country has regained its competitive advantage in the civil nuclear market, and that the partnership with Saudi Arabia will increase U.S. nuclear technology exports, create high-wage employment, contribute to long-term economic growth, and further strengthen the strategic partnership between the two countries.
It was also stated that the signed agreements would be submitted to the U.S. Congress for review.
"U.S. NUCLEAR RENAISSANCE HAS BEGUN"
U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright highlighted the importance of the agreements, saying, "These agreements reflect the shared commitment of both countries to strengthen commercial ties, enhance prosperity in the U.S., and provide security for our allies."
Wright noted that the agreements are based on the world's most advanced nuclear technology and stated, "Thanks to President Trump, the U.S. nuclear renaissance has begun, and this process will provide long-term benefits to both the American and Saudi people."
WHAT WILL BE ITS IMPACT ON THE WORLD?
This agreement is expected to affect not only relations between the U.S. and Saudi Arabia but also global energy and geopolitical balances. According to experts, Washington deepening nuclear cooperation with Riyadh could strengthen the U.S. strategic position in the Middle East while supporting efforts to balance the influence of China and Russia in the region.
Meanwhile, Saudi Arabia's expansion of its civil nuclear capacity is considered a development closely watched in terms of regional power balances and the nuclear technology race. The agreement is also expected to accelerate global nuclear energy investments and contribute to Saudi Arabia's goals of diversifying its energy resources.