At a UN press briefing on Monday (November 24, 2025), UN Secretary-General's spokesperson, Stephane Dujarric, emphasized that the UN chief's position on denuclearization and non-proliferation remains unchanged.
The comments came in response to questions about the Japanese government's recent move to formalize its 1967 Three Non-Nuclear Principles—no possession, no production, and no introduction of nuclear weapons into Japanese territory—as part of its national policy debate this year.
For decades, these principles have defined Japan's post-war identity and earned global recognition for championing a nuclear-free stance. Young global citizens, entrepreneurs, and tech innovators are tracking how this review could reshape regional security dynamics and defense strategies.
Stephane Dujarric emphasized that the UN Secretary-General's position on denuclearization and non-proliferation is well known and unchanged, underscoring the UN's consistent call for universal disarmament and stronger non-proliferation measures. The UN continues to support dialogue and multilateral frameworks to address nuclear risks worldwide.
As Japan weighs its policy, the global community faces critical questions: How will this debate influence stability in East Asia? What role can emerging verification technologies play? And what lessons can changemakers draw about sustainable security and international cooperation?
Ultimately, the UN's unwavering stance highlights that global security transcends borders, engaging activists, business leaders, and digital nomads in shaping a safer, more connected world.
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UN chief position on denuclearization, non-proliferation unchanged
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