The document was signed by Rosatom CEO Alexey Likhachev, on the Russian part, and Bernard Fontana, CEO of AREVA NP, on the French part. The parties also signed a cooperation program, which specifies the key areas of mutual interest. These documents are aimed at expanding the long-term cooperation between Rosatom and AREVA NP in the field of fuel fabrication, automated process control systems, and maintenance of nuclear plant equipment. The signing of the memorandum is meant to demonstrate the commitment of both companies to cooperation.