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Disarmament and Non-Proliferation Swedish MFA retweeted
(1/3) New publication alert! Our @GPWMDofficial Initiative to #Counter #Disinformation has released its latest product, which highlights a long term research project that sought to better understand the potential impact of #BW disinformation on state-level decision making.
Disarmament and Non-Proliferation Swedish MFA retweeted
#BioWeapons and #BioTerrorism are global threats demanding global solutions. Join @WOAH and #GPWMD in Geneva for the 3rd Global Biothreat Reduction Conference, which will highlight challenges and opportunities to prevent the unthinkable.
In today’s precarious world, the risk of unintended or deliberate misuse of animal pathogens is a growing concern due to advances in biotechnology and accessibility. This increasing threat to global security can no longer be ignored. From disease outbreaks to environmental disasters and accidents, extreme events only compound the challenge undermining our ability to respond to unexpected, unforeseeable threats.
Come join us as we engage in thought-provoking discussions and innovative technical presentations, with experts, aimed at strengthening prevention, preparedness and response capabilities across the world.
Take a look at the programme, registration, and the list of speakers: woah.org/en/event/global-con…
Disarmament and Non-Proliferation Swedish MFA retweeted
Welcoming #Sweden’s new Permanent Representative, Amb. Annika Ben David, who presented her credentials to @DrRobFloyd today. As incoming co-president of #ArticleXIV Conf on Facilitating Entry into Force of the #CTBT, Sweden’s strong support for the Treaty and commitment to global security remain invaluable.
Disarmament and Non-Proliferation Swedish MFA retweeted
"Disarmament and non-proliferation are not optional—they are a collective responsibility. The EU will continue to lead, together with our partners, in advancing diplomacy and defending the multilateral order, and ensuring that such tragedies never happen again."
Statement by the HR/VP @kajakallas on the occasion of the 80th anniversary of the bombings on Hiroshima (6 August 1945) and Nagasaki (9 August 1945).
Read the full statement here: europa.eu/!mCVqyb
Disarmament and Non-Proliferation Swedish MFA retweeted
🚨 📣 The July edition of the #GPWMD quarterly newsletter is now live! Dive into the latest #CBRN initiatives, milestones, & collaborations from our 31 global members & partners.
Read it here ⬇️
bit.ly/44ZNoRb
Disarmament and Non-Proliferation Swedish MFA retweeted
the Australia Group concluded its annual plenary meeting. Sweden encourages more countries to engage with the Australia Group and welcomes Albania as a new unilateral adherent. Read the joint statement from the group: dfat.gov.au/news/news/austra…
@ausarmscontrol @foiresearch @sipriorg @BWCISU @UNIDIR @OPCW @UN_disarmament @INakamitsu
Disarmament and Non-Proliferation Swedish MFA retweeted
📣Mark your calendars
🇫🇷 will host a side-event at the 2025 #NPT #PrepCom on transparency and accountability
➡️Join the discussion with
@TGorjestani
@Amb_Klement_UE
@IEambdUNGeneva and
@SweArmsControl
🗓️Wed 30 April | 🕐 1:15–2:30 PM | 📍CR 5 - UN HQ, New York
Disarmament and Non-Proliferation Swedish MFA retweeted
Sweden @IAEAorg Board meeting on attacks against Ukrainian energy infrastructure that is critical for nuclear safety. Russia’s attacks must stop. Objective and reliant information through IAEA’s mission is necessary. Sweden will stand with Ukraine for as long as it takes.
Disarmament and Non-Proliferation Swedish MFA retweeted
The State Parties, members, of the @OPCW are meeting in The Hague this week. In our National Statement we, 🇸🇪, took the chance to congratulate 🇨🇿 and 🇲🇰 on winning elections to represent the East Europe Group in the Executive Council.
Disarmament and Non-Proliferation Swedish MFA retweeted
Sweden congratulates @CTBTO Executive Secretary @_RobFloyd upon his appointment for a second term. With his steadfast dedication to the goals of the organisation, including its staff, he has our full support.
My deep thanks to the Ambassadors & representatives from States Signatories at the 63rd Session of the #PrepCom for your trust and support in reappointing me as @CTBTO’s Executive Secretary for a second term. While the final administrative steps remain, I am truly touched and heartened by the encouragement and confidence you have shown over the past 3.5 years. I look forward to continuing our work together, advancing our shared mission of a nuclear-test-free world – building a world of peace and security for this generation and generations to come.
Disarmament and Non-Proliferation Swedish MFA retweeted
Half-time in the UNGA79 #FirstCommittee on disarmament and international security. 🇸🇪 statement on nuclear weapons focused on the Stockholm Initiative, risk reduction, and our unwavering support for Ukraine.
🔗 bit.ly/48eGPub
Disarmament and Non-Proliferation Swedish MFA retweeted
BREAKING NEWS
The Norwegian Nobel Committee has decided to award the 2024 #NobelPeacePrize to the Japanese organisation Nihon Hidankyo. This grassroots movement of atomic bomb survivors from Hiroshima and Nagasaki, also known as Hibakusha, is receiving the peace prize for its efforts to achieve a world free of nuclear weapons and for demonstrating through witness testimony that nuclear weapons must never be used again.
#NobelPrize
Disarmament and Non-Proliferation Swedish MFA retweeted
🇸🇪 Statement at #FirstCommittee on nuclear disarmament and non-proliferation. Focus on:
- Practical steps to achieve nuclear disarmament
- Russia’s nuclear saber rattling
- Gender
- Cyber security and AI
- Space
🔗 webtv.un.org/en/asset/k16/k1…
Disarmament and Non-Proliferation Swedish MFA retweeted
#FirstCommittee on international security and disarmament is well underway! In an increasingly challenging global security environment, 🇸🇪 remains focused on nuclear disarmament, non-proliferation, risk reduction, arms control and space.
Disarmament and Non-Proliferation Swedish MFA retweeted
Summit of The Future | Swedish statement
“I’m proud to speak to you today as a representative of Sweden & as a mother of two. Being able to say to my children that their rights are put at the very center of the Pact for the Future”
- Deputy PM @BuschEbba
swedenabroad.se/en/embassies…
Disarmament and Non-Proliferation Swedish MFA retweeted
The Pact of the Future and the Global Digital Compact have been ADOPTED!
Facilitated by Sweden and Zambia, we now have a universal agreement on our digital future.
Now the work begins implementing the many commitments - we’re excited to share this journey with you.
Disarmament and Non-Proliferation Swedish MFA retweeted
#Sweden, with #Czechia, #France and #Japan organise important side event on supporting #Ukraine to ensure transitional nuclear safety and security, in margins of #IAEA GC, addressing key challenges facing Ukraine as it resumes responsibility for the #Zaporizhzhia NPP.
Disarmament and Non-Proliferation Swedish MFA retweeted
“In Sweden’s view, nuclear power is of special importance as it offers humanity a glimpse of hope in a dire situation of escalating climate change.” Minister of climate change and environment speaking today at #IAEAGC68 @SwedenUN_Vienna @SweArmsControl @Miljodep @RPourmokhtari
Disarmament and Non-Proliferation Swedish MFA retweeted
Pls find here our EU statement to the #IAEAGC68 General Conference of the IAEA! It is worth reading @SwedenUN_Vienna @SweArmsControl @Miljodep
