Experts Discussed Global Arms Control in Brussels

The 15th EUNPDC Consultative Meeting addressed nuclear testing and arms proliferation over two days.

Updated on Oct. 7, 2026 in Nuclear

Experts Discussed Global Arms Control in Brussels

The 15th EUNPDC Consultative Meeting concluded on September 18, 2026, in Brussels. Experts from SIPRI gathered to discuss global arms market trends, nuclear testing, and disarmament.

Why it matters

The consortium seeks to foster dialogue on combating the spread of weapons of mass destruction. This collaboration among international research institutes aims to address critical non-proliferation challenges.

The meeting featured two full days of intensive sessions covering military technology transfers and conventional arms control. Six international research institutes currently manage the consortium responsible for these discussions.

The players

SIPRI

SIPRI is an independent international institute dedicated to research into conflict, armaments, arms control, and disarmament.

Sibylle Bauer

Sibylle Bauer is a representative who contributed to the discussions on behalf of the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute.

Netta Goussac

Netta Goussac participated in the Brussels consultative meeting as a representative for SIPRI.

Lauriane Héau

Lauriane Héau represented the research interests of SIPRI at the EUNPDC conference.

European Union

The European Union is a political and economic union that sponsored the consultative meeting organized by the Foundation for Strategic Research.

The details

The event brought together experts to evaluate current challenges in disarmament and international security. Participants analyzed the state of the global arms market and the ongoing implications of nuclear testing.

Timeline

  1. The meeting began in Brussels on September 15, 2026.

  2. The 15th EUNPDC Consultative Meeting concluded on September 18, 2026.

The Big Picture

This assembly operates within the framework of the European Union Non-Proliferation and Disarmament Consortium to align international research goals with global policy. The meeting continues a long-term effort to synthesize expert analysis for the purpose of strengthening international disarmament protocols.

These expert-level discussions inform future global policies on arms control and technology transfers. By shaping diplomatic agendas, the findings influence international security standards and the regulation of military technologies.

The takeaway

Ongoing collaboration among international research institutes is essential for navigating the complexities of modern military technology. Experts emphasize that consistent dialogue remains the primary tool for mitigating the risks associated with nuclear proliferation.

Further reading

For broader context on international security efforts, visit the Nuclear section.

Source note: This article includes information reported by SIPRI.