UN Office for Disarmament Affairs
@UN_Disarmament

Official account of the United Nations Office for Disarmament Affairs. High Representative for Disarmament Affairs: @INakamitsu.

 New York, USA
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Joined March 2011
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“80 is the Most Dangerous Anniversary” by Frank Chi, and produced in partnership with UNODA, will premiere at @savfilmfest. The film follows survivors of nuclear weapons use and testing as they reflect on its lasting impacts and the lessons they hope to pass on to future.
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Have you seen the side event calendar for this year’s First Committee yet? Head over to meetings.unoda.org/ga-c1/gen… #FirstCommittee
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The First Committee's thematic debates continue. Follow the discussions live by scanning the QR code! #FirstCommittee
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At First Committee, Director Adedeji Ebo highlighted the importance of transparency and confidence-building measures in reducing risks and building trust. From tackling nuclear risk to addressing AI, TCBMs can make a contribution to international security. unodaweb.unoda.org/public/20…
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At #SICW2026, @INakamitsu stressed that the future cyber order is not predetermined. Through the UN's new Global Mechanism, States can advance the framework of responsible behaviour, strengthen cooperation, and address emerging AI-enabled threats. Read: unodaweb.unoda.org/public/20…
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Have you seen the side event calendar for this year’s First Committee yet? Head over to meetings.unoda.org/ga-c1/gen… #FirstCommittee
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On 12 Oct, High Representative @INakamitsu delivered a keynote address at The Imagine Forum, marking the 40th anniversary of the Reykjavík Summit: “Rebuilding Trust: Pathways to Disarmament in an Age of Nuclear Risk” Read the full statement: unodaweb.unoda.org/public/20…
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As the General Debate continues, Member States are taking the floor to share their perspectives on disarmament and international security. Missed Week 1? Scan the QR code and access the DGC Daily Summaries from the opening week of the session.
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High Representative @INakamitsu met today in Reykjavik with Iceland's Foreign Minister @thorgkatrin. They discussed AI and its impact in society as well as options for international governance and the role of small states.
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As the First Committee continues, UNODA is organizing side events throughout the session on a range of disarmament and international security issues. See the full schedule of upcoming events: meetings.unoda.org/ga-c1/gen…
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Have you seen the side event calendar for this year’s First Committee yet? Head over to meetings.unoda.org/ga-c1/gen… #FirstCommittee
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The General Debate continues at First Committee. Member States are sharing perspectives on disarmament and international security priorities. For more: meetings.unoda.org/ga-c1/gen… #FirstCommittee
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The UN General Assembly First Committee has opened its work for the 81st session. Over the coming weeks, Member States will address disarmament and international security issues.  #FirstCommittee
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In her opening remarks to the #UNGA81 First Committee, UN High Representative Izumi Nakamitsu @INakamitsu underscored the importance of rebuilding trust through confidence-building, risk reduction, and strengthened multilateral cooperation. Statement: unodaweb.unoda.org/public/20…
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Today, the High Representative for Disarmament Affairs @INakamitsu adresses the 81st session of the First Committee. Follow the live broadcast for highlights: webtv.un.org/en/asset/k18/k1… #FirstCommittee
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The establishment of nuclear-weapon-free zones is a regional approach to strengthen global nuclear non-proliferation and disarmament norms and consolidate international peace and security.  Read more in the 6 @unitednations official languages: docs.un.org/A/81/293
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At #UNGA81, UNODA, the Government of Mexico, @IPUparliament, @SIPRIorg, @DCAF_Geneva and @OpenSociety discussed the links between military expenditure, sustainable development, and human security. Opening remarks by High Representative @INakamitsu: unodaweb.unoda.org/public/20…
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What is the UN General Assembly First Committee? It is one of the 6 main committees of the General Assembly. It deals with all matters of disarmament and international security. Follow developments from #FirstCommittee  in UNODA’s social media and website.
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The 81st Session of the UN General Assembly First Committee will be chaired by Lok Bahadur Thapa of Nepal @NepalUNNY. As Chair, Mr. Thapa will guide the Committee’s work on disarmament and international security issues throughout the session. Learn more: meetings.unoda.org/ga-c1/gen…
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The 2025 #DisarmamentYearbook brings together key developments, trends, data, General Assembly resolutions and treaty information in one accessible resource for diplomats, practitioners, researchers, students and the public. 🔗 Explore the Yearbook today: yearbook.unoda.org/2025
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