JAPAN Delegation to the Conference on Disarmament

Official account of the Delegation of Japan to the Conference on Disarmament, updating Japan's policy and activities in the area of arms control and disarmament

[JAPAN Delegation to the Conference on Disarmament @JapanDelCD]

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[JAPAN Delegation to the Conference on Disarmament @JapanDelCD]

On May 6, Amb. Ichikawa delivered a statement at SB3 of #NPTRevCon, and proposed concrete measures to strengthen the review process, especially to enhance transparency and accountability of NWS regarding implementation of their obligation.
Full text:https://t.co/0XUwdZlHIV

[JAPAN Delegation to the Conference on Disarmament @JapanDelCD]

On May 6, Amb. Ichikawa delivered a statement at SB1 of #NPTRevCon, calling on NWS to promote effective and responsible transparency measures, and encouraging them to engage in constructive dialogues to reduce the risks.
Full text:https://t.co/zazIkUz11z

[Japanese Mission UN @JapanMissionUN]

Full statement at the MC1→ https://t.co/bDBbX6YnOV

[Japanese Mission UN @JapanMissionUN]

On 5 May, at the 2026 NPT Rev Con Main Committee 1, 2 and 3, Japan delivered statements outlining its commitment to the NPT & priorities as well as providing clear explanation on its relevant policies.

[JAPAN Delegation to the Conference on Disarmament @JapanDelCD]

On 5th May, Ambassador Ichikawa delivered the statement at Main Committee I (#NuclearDisarmament) of 2026 NPT Review Conference and explained Japan's nuclear disarmament efforts based on a realistic and practical approach #NPTRevCon
Full text: https://t.co/em4bbBTvwl

[JAPAN Delegation to the Conference on Disarmament @JapanDelCD]

Amb Ichikawa participated as a panelist to a #NPT side event by 🇰🇮🇹🇭 Brushstroke for Peace. She presented 🇯🇵 initiatives to raise awareness on the realities of the atomic bombings and to promote youth engagement, including #YLF and JST on Disarmament & Non-Proliferation Education

[JAPAN Delegation to the Conference on Disarmament @JapanDelCD]

On 30 April, Amb. Ichikawa delivered a joint statement on Disarmament and Non-Proliferation Education on behalf of 116 countries, at the 2026 #NPT Review Conference #NPTRevCon
Full text: https://t.co/j0VRYsFVy0
For details: https://t.co/Ab8yEdqR3N

[JAPAN Delegation to the Conference on Disarmament @JapanDelCD]

On 30 April, Ambassador Ichikawa exchanged views with university students coming from Nagasaki as #NagasakiYouth, at the occasion of 2026 #NPT Review Conference. #NPTRevCon @nagasaki_youth @recna2012

[JAPAN Delegation to the Conference on Disarmament @JapanDelCD]

On 28 April, Ambassador Ichikawa exchanged views with high school students coming from Hiroshima as #MayorsforPeaceYouth, accompanied by Mayors of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, at the occasion of 2026 #NPT Review Conference. #NPTRevCon @Mayors4Peace

[MOFA of Japan @MofaJapan_en]

At the 11th Review Conference of the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons (NPT) in New York, Ambassador ICHIKAWA, Permanent Representative of Japan to the Conference on Disarmament, delivered a joint statement on disarmament and non-proliferation education on behalf of 115 states, including Japan, the largest number ever. The statement emphasized the role of testimonies by hibakushas (atomic bomb survivors) and the importance of youth engagement and relevant investments. #NPT #RevConf #disarmament #nonproliferation @JapanDelCD @AmbJapantoAU

https://t.co/XLPL6dwPLu

[外務省 @MofaJapan_jp]

国光外務副大臣は、第11回核兵器不拡散条約（NPT）運用検討会議に出席するため米国・ニューヨークを訪問し、国連総会本会議場において一般討論演説を行いました。#国光外務副大臣 #NPT

[MOFA of Japan @MofaJapan_en]

State Minister for Foreign Affairs KUNIMITSU participated in a side event on the International Group of Eminent Persons for a World without Nuclear Weapons (IGEP), hosted by the Government of Japan, and delivered emphasizing that precisely because the international community is faced with deepening divisions and confrontation that we need dialogue and joint efforts involving both nuclear-weapon and non-nuclear-weapon States, as exemplified  by the IGEP.
https://t.co/ibSAYu4b6Y

[MOFA of Japan @MofaJapan_en]

The Non-Proliferation and Disarmament Initiative (NPDI), a cross-regional group of non-nuclear-weapon States, released a Joint Statement ahead of the 11th Review Conference of the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons (NPT). #NPDI #NPT

https://t.co/dS4kpyVODp

[JAPAN Delegation to the Conference on Disarmament @JapanDelCD]

On 4 March, the Emperor of Japan’s Birthday Reception was held, co-hosted by Amb Ichikawa, Amb Oike, Amb Nagai, and Consular Chief Hagino. Approximately 430 guests from other Permanent Missions and international organizations in Geneva attended.

[JAPAN Delegation to the Conference on Disarmament @JapanDelCD]

A New Year’s reception was held on 30 January, co-hosted by Amb Ichikawa, Amb Oike, Amb Nagai, and Mr. Hagino. Approximately 140 members of the Japanese community in Geneva attended.

[JAPAN Delegation to the Conference on Disarmament @JapanDelCD]

Today, Amb. Ichikawa delivered a statement at the Conference on Disarmament in its first plenary this year.
We look forward to working closely and constructively with all the Presidencies and delegations.

▶️Full text:https://t.co/N2azH6gOfN

[JAPAN Delegation to the Conference on Disarmament @JapanDelCD]

22MSP of #APMBC, presided by Ambassador Ichikawa, was held from 1 to 5 December. The ceremonial opening was attended by high-level speakers, and the Meeting adopted the final report by consensus.

[JAPAN Delegation to the Conference on Disarmament @JapanDelCD]

On 1 Dec Amb Ichikawa co-hosted a reception as the President of the 22MSP to the Anti-Personnel Mine Ban Convention (#APMBC) at UN Geneva with the Mission of Switzerland and the City & Canton of #Geneva. Delegates and diplomats exchanged views, and enjoyed Japanese food and sake.

[JAPAN Delegation to the Conference on Disarmament @JapanDelCD]

On December 3, 2025, 15:00-16:00 (CET), the 2nd Webinar on the International Group of Eminent Persons for a World without Nuclear Weapons (IGEP) will be held. Please register via the link below.

https://t.co/g4frpjDr57