Nuclear Cooperation with Other Countries: A Primer

Abstract

In order for the United States to engage in civilian nuclear cooperation with other states, it must conclude a framework agreement that meets specific requirements under section 123 of the Atomic Energy Act (AEA). The AEA also provides for exemptions to these requirements, export control licensing procedures, and criteria for terminating cooperation. Congressional review is required for section 123 agreements; the AEA establishes special "fast track" parliamentary procedures by which Congress may act on a proposed agreement.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Aug 12, 2008
Accession Number
ADA485596

Entities

People

  • Mary Beth Nikitin
  • Paul K. Kerr

Organizations

  • Library of Congress

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Biomedical
  • Weapons Technologies

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Agreements
  • Arms Control Treaties
  • Cooperation
  • Department Of State
  • Explosive Devices
  • Explosives
  • Foreign Relations
  • Hazardous Materials
  • Law
  • Materials
  • National Security
  • Nuclear Energy
  • Nuclear Materials
  • Nuclear Weapons
  • Physical Security
  • Security
  • United States

Fields of Study

  • Political science

Readers

  • Government and Public Administration Law.
  • Nuclear Non-Proliferation and International Security