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 was held on the margins of the third session of the Preparatory Committee for the 2026 Nuclear Nonproliferation Treaty (NPT) Review Conference.
UNIDIR presented the results of its research, drawing from established nuclear weapon-free zone experiences. The presentation covered 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 featured opening remarks by EU Special Envoy for Non-proliferation and Disarmament, Ambassador Stephan Klement. Following UNIDIR’s presentation, senior diplomats and experts participated in a panel discussion to reflect on the research findings and provide their perspectives.
Event recording
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.