Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic Asein Isaev emphasized the importance of education in the context of nuclear disarmament during the regional conference "Education for Peace and Security," taking place today in Bishkek.
As Isaev stated in an interview with the Kabar agency, the international community expressed support for the initiative to establish a day dedicated to the issues of nuclear weapons. He noted that the United Nations confirmed the necessity of marking this day in all countries of the world to raise awareness about the risks associated with nuclear weapons.
“We cannot call this day a holiday, as the threat of nuclear weapons remains relevant. Kyrgyzstan, as a developing country, does not possess nuclear weapons, so it is important for us to understand how to ensure our security and protection. Education plays a key role in explaining to the population the dangers of nuclear weapons and the inadmissibility of their use,” he emphasized.
The Deputy Minister also recalled the tragic events that occurred in Hiroshima and Nagasaki in 1945, noting that the consequences of the use of nuclear weapons serve as a reminder for all humanity.
Additionally, Isaev noted that after gaining independence, Kyrgyzstan reaffirmed its commitment to renounce nuclear weapons, and that other Central Asian countries also supported the establishment of a nuclear-free zone in the region.
“The five nuclear powers — the USA, Russia, China, France, and the United Kingdom — have provided Central Asian countries with guarantees that they will not use nuclear weapons against them. Regardless of potential conflicts, they have committed not to threaten the states of the region,” he added.
