Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal Bin Farhan Al Saud received a telephone call from his Russian counterpart Sergei Lavrov last week (7/5/2024), during which both men discussed peaceful nuclear cooperation.
Last year, Russia’s Rosatom sent an offer to the Kingdom regarding the first Saudi nuclear plant. Saudi Crown Prince Mohammad Bin Salman (MBS) is still assessing the offer.
This note delves into the following:
- Prince Faisal nuclear assurances to Lavrov
- MBS view on the pace of the nuclear program
- MBS’ preferred options
- Why is MBS open to deal with several countries?
