International Day against Nuclear Tests

This side event will explore how broadening participation across generations, regions and perspectives in nuclear diplomacy can strengthen progress on disarmament, non-proliferation and the peaceful uses of nuclear energy. UNIDIR and the Permanent Mission of Malta to the UN in New York are organizing this side event to the 2026 Review Conference of the Parties to the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons (NPT). It will bring together experts from different generations and regions to explore how diverse experiences and approaches can strengthen nuclear policy‑making and diplomacy including through gender and humanitarian perspectives. Speakers · H.E. Natasha Meli, Ambassador, Permanent Representative of Malta to the UN in New York · H.E. Matteo Fachinotti, Ambassador, Permanent Representative of Switzerland to the International Atomic Energy Agency and the Preparatory Commission for the Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty Organization in Vienna · Kseniia Pirnavskaia, Ne...

  This side event will convene a youth-led intergenerational dialogue to explore how the NPT can remain relevant and credible by proactively addressing the broader implications of emerging technologies for international security and the NPT regime, while strengthening meaningful youth participation and building capacity. This side event will convene a youth-led intergenerational dialogue to explore how the NPT can remain relevant and credible by proactively addressing the broader implications of emerging technologies for international security and the NPT regime, while strengthening meaningful youth participation and building capacity to support modernization of governance. Related Sites and Documents:  Concept note . Watch the future-Proofing the NPT: A Youth-led Intergenerational Dialogue on Nuclear Weapons and Emerging Technologies (NPT Side Event) 01:28:44 Side Events

A moderated panel discussion to commemorate the 20th Anniversary of the Central Asian Nuclear-Weapon-Free Zone Watch the National Report! Meetings & Events

A moderated panel discussion to commemorate the 20th Anniversary of the Central Asian Nuclear-Weapon-Free Zone. Opening remarks at the senior level Short interventions by partner organizations A focused interactive discussion Key Issues for Discussion: The evolving role of Nuclear-weapon-free zones (NWFZs) in a changing security environment Lessons learned from existing zones, including the Central Asian Nuclear-Weapon-Free Zone (CANWFZ) Strengthening implementation, institutional capacity, and coordination across zones Engagement with nuclear-weapon States, including on security assurances The contribution of NWFZs to nuclear risk reduction, transparency, and confidence-building Enhancing cooperation between States, international organizations, and research institutions, including through improved information-sharing platforms and analytical tools Speakers: H.E. Mr. Yerzhan Ashikbayev, First Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Chris King, Chief, Weapons ...

UNIDIR and the European Union will host a side event during the 2026 NPT Review Conference to examine the evolving drivers of nuclear energy development in the Middle East and the region's nuclear proliferation landscape in the context of the latest security dynamics and technological advancements. The event will present UNIDIR's latest research paper on the drivers of nuclear energy expansion and findings. It will also explore how these may affect the regional non-proliferation outlook, ongoing discussions on the establishment of a WMD-Free Zone in the Middle East, and models of risk mitigation and peaceful cooperation. A Q&A will follow the presentation. You may submit questions in advance or during the event to: mewmdfz-unidir@un.org Related Sites and Documents:  Submit questions in advance or during the event  &  Middle East WMDFree Zone (UNIDIR website) : Watch Navigating A New Era for Nuclear Energy in the Middle East! Meetings & Events

On Wednesday, April 30th, the Institute for Security and Technology and the Vienna Center for Non-Proliferation and Disarmament will co-host a panel discussion at the 2024 Preparatory Committee for the Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT) at the UNHQ. The event will be sponsored by and opened by senior leaders from the governments of Switzerland and Germany and will investigate how states can more readily reduce the risks of and ultimately prevent nuclear crises and conflicts in the 21st century. Watch preventing and Managing Nuclear Crises in the 21st Century (NPT PrepCom Side Event) Side Events

Japan organizes a side event on the "International Group of Eminent Persons for a World without Nuclear Weapons (IGEP)" to present its recommendations for the 2026 NPT Review Conference. On April 28, 2025, from 13:15 to 14:30 at Conference Room 11, Japan hosts a side event on the " International Group of Eminent Persons for a World without Nuclear Weapons (IGEP) ". The event will present the recommendations of the IGEP, titled " Stepping Back from the Nuclear Precipice: Urgent Actions in Pursuit of a World Without Nuclear Weapons. " Opening remarks will be delivered by Mr. IWAYA Takeshi, Minister for Foreign Affairs of Japan , followed by a keynote presentation by Dr. George Perkovich (IGEP member) and a speech by H.E Mr. Harold Agyeman, Chair of the Third Session of the Preparatory Committee for the 2026 NPT Review Conference. Moderated by Dr. Nobumasa Akiyama (IGEP member), the panel including Dr. Perkovich, H.E. Ms. Maritza Chan-Valverde and Ms. Gaukh...

The UNIDIR and EU hold a side event on the role of extra-regional states in the Middle East WMD-Free Zone 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. Watch the Extra-Regional States and the Middle East WMD-Free Zone!