This United Nations Institute for Disarmament Research (UNIDIR) and European Union (EU) side event on the role of extra-regional states in the Middle East WMD-Free Zone will be held on the margins of the third session of the Preparatory Committee for the 2026 Nuclear Nonproliferation Treaty (NPT) Review Conference.
UNIDIR will present the results of its research, drawing from established nuclear weapon-free zone experiences. The presentation will cover topics such as zone of application, negative security assurances, and maritime, transfer and sharing issues, as well as their relevance to the Middle East.
The event will feature opening remarks by EU Special Envoy for Non-proliferation and Disarmament, Ambassador Stephan Klement. Following UNIDIR’s presentation, senior diplomats and experts will participate in a panel discussion to reflect on the research findings and provide their perspectives.
When and where
Monday, 28 April 2025, 19:15–20:30 CET / 13:15–14:30 ET, UNHQ Room CR.2, in person in New York and online.
Further information
Delegates attending the NPT Preparatory Committee at UN HQ in New York are invited to attend in person and do not need to register. Kindly note UNIDIR does not assist with access to UN HQ. Other interested participants may register to attend virtually.