Regional Nuclear-Weapon-Free Zones

Regional Nuclear-Weapon-Free Zones (NWFZs) are agreements between countries in a specific geographic area to prohibit the development, possession, and deployment of nuclear weapons within their borders. These zones promote regional security, stability, and non-proliferation by encouraging disarmament and trust among neighboring states. NWFZ treaties often include verification measures and commitments from treaty signatories to prevent nuclear arms from entering or existing in the designated region. They serve as important tools to reduce the risk of nuclear conflict and to advance global efforts toward a world without nuclear weapons.