Statement by United Kingdom at the 2nd Session of the Conference on the Establishment of a Middle East Zone Free of Nuclear Weapons and Other WMD

Statement by United Kingdom at the 2nd Session of the Conference on the Establishment of a Middle East Zone Free of Nuclear Weapons and Other WMD

The United Kingdom asserts its support for the establishment of a ME WMDFZ. Nonetheless, it expresses its disappointment that the UN General Assembly mandated conference was tabled by the Arab Group without the support of all regional states. The United Kingdom highlights the importance of dialogue and consensus. The United Kingdom also notes several regional security concerns it had in the Middle East, including with Syrian chemical weapons and the Iranian nuclear programme. Finally, the statement expresses hope that the Conference would contribute towards a successful 10th NPT Review Conference and the 2nd Session of the ME WMDFZ Conference will be constructive, and consider regional security issues.