UNIDIR at 45: Shaping the future of international security

Hybrid (Geneva and online)
2 December 2025
RSVP (Online)
UNIDIR at 45: Shaping the future of international security

To mark 45 years since its inception, UNIDIR is hosting a special event to explore future challenges and opportunities in international security over the next four and a half decades.

The event will feature a panel of leading officials and internationally acclaimed experts for a bold discussion on the challenges ahead and the opportunities to enhance global stability over the next 45 years. From anticipatory governance strategies to the transformative potential of nuclear arms control and disarmament, and the regulation of emerging technologies, this session will spotlight pathways to a more secure and resilient future.

The agenda will be communicated in due time.

When and where

Tuesday, 2 December 2025, 16:00-18:00 CET, Auditorium A1-B, Maison de la Paix, Geneva, and online.

A reception will follow for in-person attendees at the Hall of Petal 1 from 18:00 – 19:00 CET.

Participants

In-person participation is limited to invited State representatives and experts working on issues related to international peace and security. All are welcome to participate virtually in the panel discussion.

RSVP

Please register for online attendance. Details for online participation will be shared at a later stage.

Further information

For any questions, please contact regina.castillo@un.org.