New York: The State of Qatar has reaffirmed its strong commitment to achieving a Middle East free of nuclear weapons and other weapons of mass destruction during the 2026 Review Conference of the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons held at the United Nations headquarters.

Speaking on behalf of Qatar, Saud Musfer Al Shahwani stressed that nuclear disarmament remains a core pillar of the NPT and highlighted that complete elimination of nuclear weapons is the only guarantee against their use. He urged nuclear-armed states to fulfill their legal obligations under Article VI through genuine negotiations, warning that delays weaken global trust and stability.

He further emphasized the need for a gradual and verifiable reduction of nuclear arsenals, increased transparency, and stronger confidence-building measures. Reaffirming Qatar’s stance, Al Shahwani said the Middle East must be at the forefront of global disarmament efforts, with collective action aimed at ensuring long-term peace, security, and sustainable development.