Sri Lanka Advocates for Strengthening Biological Weapons Convention at Geneva Meeting

Sri Lanka recently participated in the sixth meeting of the Working Group on the Strengthening of the Biological Weapons Convention (BWC) held in Geneva from August 11-22, 2025. The Sri Lankan delegation intervened in the meeting, highlighting the country’s commitment to the strengthening of the BWC. The intervention emphasized the importance of international cooperation in preventing the proliferation of biological weapons and promoting effective implementation of the Convention. Sri Lanka also stressed the need for universal adherence to the BWC and the importance of addressing the challenges posed by advances in science and technology. The delegation noted that the BWC is a crucial instrument in preventing the development, production, and stockpiling of biological and toxin weapons. Sri Lanka also emphasized the importance of confidence-building measures and the need for effective verification mechanisms. The country reiterated its commitment to the BWC and its determination to work with other States Parties to strengthen the Convention. The meeting provided an opportunity for Sri Lanka to engage with other countries and discuss ways to address the challenges facing the BWC. The Sri Lankan delegation also highlighted the importance of international cooperation in promoting peace and security. The country’s intervention was well-received by the other participants, and it is expected to contribute to the ongoing efforts to strengthen the BWC. The meeting was attended by representatives from over 100 countries, and it marked an important step towards promoting international cooperation and preventing the proliferation of biological weapons. Sri Lanka’s participation in the meeting demonstrates its commitment to global peace and security. The country has been an active participant in international efforts to prevent the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction. The BWC is a key instrument in promoting international peace and security, and Sri Lanka’s intervention highlights the importance of effective implementation and universal adherence. The meeting also provided an opportunity for Sri Lanka to discuss its national implementation of the BWC and to share its experiences with other countries. The country has made significant progress in implementing the Convention, and its intervention highlights the importance of national implementation. The Sri Lankan delegation also emphasized the need for capacity building and technical assistance to support the implementation of the BWC. The country has been working closely with international organizations and other countries to build its capacity and to support the implementation of the Convention. The meeting was an important step towards promoting international cooperation and preventing the proliferation of biological weapons. Sri Lanka’s intervention demonstrates its commitment to the BWC and its determination to work with other countries to strengthen the Convention. The country’s participation in the meeting also highlights the importance of international cooperation in promoting peace and security. The BWC is a crucial instrument in preventing the development, production, and stockpiling of biological and toxin weapons, and Sri Lanka’s intervention emphasizes the need for effective implementation and universal adherence. The meeting provided an opportunity for Sri Lanka to engage with other countries and to discuss ways to address the challenges facing the BWC. The country’s intervention was well-received by the other participants, and it is expected to contribute to the ongoing efforts to strengthen the Convention.

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