The right to independent nuclear research and development under the NPT is not disputed. But rather than insist as a matter of principle on operating the fuel cycle independently under national sovereignty, Iran could engage the Saudis about their idea of a regional joint venture, or explore different options of multilateral consortia with other countries.
Le droit à l'indépendance en matière de recherche et de développement nucléaire, conformément au Traité de non-prolifération, n'est pas contesté.