The statement recognizes the vital role of the working committee in facilitating further deliberations on issues related to the conference’s mandate. The statement underscores the grave consequences and the illegality of using or threatening the use of nuclear weapons. The statement emphasizes the need to incorporate provisions in the treaty text that reaffirm the right for peaceful uses and determine verification and enforcement mechanisms in non-compliance cases. Bahrain views the conference as contributing to strengthening regional stability and security.