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.
Agenda
Opening and welcome remarks:
- Welcome remarks: Robin Geiss, Director of UNIDIR
- Opening remarks: Tatiana Valovaya, Director-General of the United Nations Office at Geneva
- Opening remarks: Ambassador Deike Potzel, Head of the European Union Delegation to the UN in Geneva
Moderated discussion: Addressing security challenges over the next 45 years. Panellists will include:
- Izumi Nakamitsu, Under-Secretary-General and High Representative for Disarmament Affairs
- Jacek Bylica, Chief of Cabinet at the International Atomic Energy Agency
- Karim Haggag, Director of the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute
Moderated by Ambassador Thomas Gürber, Deputy State Secretary and Head of the UN Division at the Swiss Federal Department of Foreign Affairs
Closing remarks: Robin Geiss, Director of UNIDIR
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.
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