Skip to content

16.03.2026 Statement for briefing on non-proliferation of weapons of mass destruction

Who Deputy Permanent Representative, Ambassador SandraJensen Landi
Who Deputy Permanent Representative, Ambassador SandraJensen Landi
When 16.03.2026

- CHECKED AGAINST DELIVERY -

 Thank you, Madam President,

 

Let me also thank the United States for its briefing as Acting Chair of the 1540 Committee, while work continues on the subsidiary body package. We hope a solution can be found as soon as possible. 

 

We also express our appreciation to Panama for  the  leadership of the Committee in 2025.

 

Madam President,

 

Resolution 1540 remains a cornerstone of the international non-proliferation architecture. Denmark reaffirms our strong commitment to its full and effective implementation and to preventing non-state actors, including terrorist groups, from acquiring nuclear, chemical, or biological weapons and their means of delivery.

 

The global non-proliferation landscape remains under significant pressure. Ongoing conflicts and persistent proliferation concerns underline the continued relevance of resolution 1540. Developments related to DPRK’s nuclear and missile programmes, Iran’s deeply concerning nuclear aspirations, and the serious nuclear safety risks associated with Russia’s illegal aggression against Ukraine remind us why strong national controls and international cooperation remain essential.

 

In this regard, we urge all Member States to continue strengthening regulatory controls and to adopt and effectively enforce the necessary national legislation and measures required under resolution 1540.

 

We also call upon the remaining Member States that have not yet done so to submit their first national reports on implementation. These reports are essential for assessing progress, identifying gaps, and facilitating assistance.

The Committee plays a vital role in supporting Member States in these efforts. To this end, cooperation and coordination with relevant international organisations and export control regimes remain essential. This includes facilitating the participation of the Group of Experts in relevant events that can further strengthen partnerships and help promote awareness of resolution 1540. 

 

Madam President,

 

Looking ahead, the comprehensive review of the implementation of resolution 1540, scheduled to be completed by December 2027, will be a milestone for the Committee. Preparations for this review should therefore remain a top priority.

 

We commend the Group of Experts for their dedication and highly professional work in support of the Committee. We encourage them to continue playing a proactive role in assisting Member States.

 

It is therefore important that the Group of Experts be fully staffed. We hope that the remaining vacant positions will be filled as soon as possible, particularly in view of the upcoming comprehensive review in 2027.

 

Finally, we would like to express our appreciation for the work carried out by UNODA and DPPA in supporting the Committee.

 

I thank you.