MFA statement on the 50th anniversary of the entry into force of the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons (NPT)
05.03.2020
Poland considers the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons (NPT) as central to the non-proliferation system and one of the most important pillars of global security. The strength and significance of the Treaty is confirmed by its universal nature, as it has been signed and ratified by 191 countries. NPT also enjoys the unambiguous support of NATO Allies and all European Union Member States.
On March 5 this year we celebrate the 50th anniversary of the entry into force of the Treaty. This is a good opportunity to highlight the significant achievements of the NPT in its three pillars: nuclear non-proliferation, disarmament and peaceful use of nuclear energy.
From the beginning, Poland had participated in the negotiations of the content of the Treaty and is one of its founding states. We play an important role in the efforts aimed at the non-proliferation of weapons of mass destruction, being active in many international fora, notably within the UN system.
In the current NPT review process to be concluded in May this year, we will chair one of the Main Committees of the 10th Review Conference of the NPT.
We trust that, despite of the complicated international situation especially evident in the field of arms control, the Review Conference will be brought to positive conclusion, which would not only strengthen the importance of the NPT, but could also reduce the tensions in the relations between major nuclear powers.
Ministry of Foreign Affairs/ Press Office
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