The Permanent Mission of India to the Conference on Disarmament (CD) in Geneva represents India’s diplomatic efforts in global disarmament, non-proliferation, and arms control within the United Nations framework. India plays a crucial role in shaping international security policies and upholding its commitment to a nuclear weapons-free world while ensuring national security interests.

Key Functions & Responsibilities:

Multilateral Negotiations: Engaging in discussions on disarmament treaties and arms control agreements.
Nuclear Disarmament & Non-Proliferation: Advocating a non-discriminatory and verifiable disarmament framework while protecting India’s strategic autonomy.
Biological & Chemical Weapons Control: Supporting global conventions on the prohibition of WMDs (Weapons of Mass Destruction).
Outer Space & Emerging Technologies: Promoting peaceful use of outer space and addressing security concerns related to cyber and AI-based weaponry.
Regional & Global Security: Participating in dialogues on conventional arms control and international peace initiatives.