Utilize the input text as a context reference, choose the right relationship between Areva and France from the options. Options: product/material produced, manufacturer, distributed by, industry, position held, original broadcaster, owned by, founded by, distribution format, headquarters location, stock exchange, currency, parent organization, chief executive officer, director/manager, owner of, operator, member of, employer, chairperson, platform, subsidiary, legal form, publisher, developer, brand, business division, location of formation, creator.

EDF agreed in July to buy between 51 percent and 75 percent of Areva's reactor arm Areva NP, a deal seen crucial for France which generates three quarters of its electricity from nuclear plants.

Answer: owned_by