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Event: Humanitarian Impacts and the NPT: Reflections from the 2026 Review Conference

In May 2025 BASIC’s Emerging Voices Network (EVN) and International Physicians for the Prevention of Nuclear War (IPPNW) hosted an in-person joint side event, ‘Humanitarian Impacts and the NPT: Reflections Toward the 2026 Review Conference‘, at the 2025 Preparatory Committee meeting for the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons (NPT) at United Nations Headquarters, Conference Room A. 

Chaired by Molly McGinty (IPPNW) and Dave Cullen (BASIC), this side event discussed the humanitarian and environmental impact of nuclear weapons in relation to the NPT as we approach the final year of the 2026 Review Cycle.

Drawing on previous work within the treaty, and elsewhere, including the 2024 UNGA Resolution entitled “Nuclear war effects and scientific research”, the panel considered the prospects for a greater humanitarian focus within the NPT in the current political climate.

Panelists:

  • Hans Christian Kjølseth, Deputy Director, Section for Disarmament and non-proliferation, Norwegian Ministry of Foreign Affairs
  • Veronique Christory, Senior Arms Adviser, International Committee of the Red Cross, Delegation to the UN
  • Dr. Ira Helfand, Board Member, International Physicians for the Prevention of Nuclear War
  • Larissa Truchan, Emerging Voices Network and UN Youth Representative, Human Rights Now, the Migration Youth and Children Platform’s International Engagement Directorate

BASIC x IPPNW NPT 2025

“BASIC’s depth of knowledge and administrative competence makes it an excellent partner in the field of military nuclear capability and arms control”

Sir Jeremy Greenstock, GCMG British diplomat

“At a time when transatlantic relationships are under tension, BASIC's role as a source of authoritative analysis is more important than ever.”

Baron Rees of Ludlow Astronomer Royal

“BASIC makes a vital contribution to sustaining recognition that nearly 35 years after the end of the Cold War nuclear weapons continue to put at risk the future of humankind. BASIC is especially to be commended for doing this by fostering dialogue and understanding.”

Peter Jenkins CMG UK Ambassador to the International Atomic Energy Agency 2001-06

``For about 35 years, in the pursuit of nuclear disarmament, BASIC have championed the cause of mutuality of security. Their ability to engage diversity of views and opinion has attracted deserved admiration.``

Baron Browne of Ladyton Vice Chairman, Nuclear Threat Initiative and former UK Secretary of State for Defence

``For more than three decades, BASIC has challenged conventional thinking on national security matters, and inspired new ways of addressing and solving old problems. I expect it to continue to play this vital role for decades to come.``

Andreas Persbo Director, Open Nuclear Network
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