NSDM 324

The text is a National Security Decision Memorandum dated April 20, 1976, regarding the negotiation of a nuclear agreement with Iran. The memorandum outlines the negotiating position for the upcoming talks with the Iranian representative. The approved position includes seeking Iran's commitment to pursue a multinational reprocessing plant concept, allowing the U.S. to participate and offering Pakistan participation as an alternative to a national reprocessing facility. The U.S. also seeks Iran's commitment to consult closely on reprocessing plans and offers assistance in assessing the economic viability of such ventures. The memorandum mentions the option for the U.S. to recover plutonium produced in U.S.-supplied reactors or fuel in case the multinational plant efforts fail. If Iran agrees to establish a multinational plant, the U.S. would consent to reprocessing in an Iranian plant under certain conditions, including effective IAEA safeguards. The memorandum also emphasizes maintaining the integrity of the draft agreement and seeking high-level commitments from Iran. It suggests consulting key members of Congress and the Nuclear Regulatory Commission for their input on the agreement.