Country: China

Council: Disarmament and Security Council

Topic: Biological and Chemical Weapons Disarmament

Position paper

1. Past and Current actions:

Biological and chemical weapons pose significant threats to global security, with
the potential for devastating impacts on human health, the environment, and
international stability. China recognizes the gravity of these threats and has taken
steps to address them. The country is a signatory to key international
agreements, such as the Biological Weapons Convention (BWC) and the Chemical
Weapons Convention (CWC), demonstrating its commitment to disarmament and
non-proliferation efforts. China has declared its biological and chemical weapons
stockpiles and has implemented measures to enhance transparency and
compliance with treaty obligations.

2. Country’s position:

China maintains a principled stance on the prohibition and elimination of

biological and chemical weapons. The country firmly opposes the development,
production, and use of such weapons and advocates for their complete
disarmament under effective international verification mechanisms. China
recognizes the importance of multilateralism and diplomatic engagement in
advancing disarmament goals. Additionally, China emphasizes the need for
equitable and non-discriminatory approaches to disarmament that respect the
sovereignty and security concerns of all states.

3 .Proposed solutions:

China should actively engage in international cooperation efforts aimed at promoting

transparency, trust-building, and norms development in the realm of biological and
chemical weapons disarmament. Participating in bilateral and multilateral dialogues,
such as the Biological Weapons Convention (BWC) Meetings of States Parties and the
Chemical Weapons Convention (CWC) Review Conferences, can facilitate exchanges and
consensus-building among nations. By fostering open communication channels and
constructive dialogue, China can contribute to the development of robust verification
Country: China
Council: Disarmament and Security Council
Topic: Biological and Chemical Weapons Disarmament

mechanisms and confidence-building measures. These efforts will not only enhance
transparency in compliance with disarmament obligations but also mitigate the risk of
misperceptions and miscalculations regarding the proliferation and use of biological and
chemical weapons.

4.Questions to Concider:

1.How can the international community strengthen verification mechanisms to ensure

compliance with biological and chemical weapons disarmament obligations?

2.What role can regional initiatives play in promoting disarmament and non-
proliferation efforts in areas where biological and chemical weapons pose particular
risks?

3.How can advances in science and technology be leveraged to enhance disarmament

verification and monitoring capabilities?

4.What measures can be implemented to address dual-use concerns and prevent the
misuse of biological and chemical materials for malicious purposes?