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03 June 2008, Agreement for Cooperation between the United States of America and the Republic of Turkey concerning the Peaceful Uses of Nuclear Energy. (Unofficial Translation)

The Agreement for Cooperation between the United States of America and the Republic of Turkey concerning the Peaceful Uses of Nuclear Energy was signed in Ankara on 26 July 2000. Following the completion of the ratification process in accordance with the national legislations of the two countries and the exchange of diplomatic notes, the Agreement has entered into force as of 2 June 2008.

The Agreement, in recognition of the indispensable role of the IAEA safeguards system in maintaining an effective non-proliferation regime, provides a framework for the institution of bilateral cooperation in the peaceful use, development and control of nuclear energy, taking into account their respective obligations under the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons to which both the Republic of Turkey and the United States of America are parties.

The Agreement demonstrates the parties’ willingness to cooperate, among other things, in the transfer of information, technology, material, equipment and components, and in nuclear research and development for peaceful purposes.

The Agreement also provides a basis for mutual understanding in the nuclear energy policies of the parties for peaceful purposes, and underlines the strong commitment of both countries to the development of civil nuclear energy in a safe and secure manner.

This Agreement shall remain in force for a period of 15 years and shall continue to be in force thereafter in 5 year periods.”

Republic of Turkey - Ministry of Foreign Affairs