Hiroshima Report 202430. Switzerland ■Non-Nuclear-Weapon State
Nuclear Disarmament |
28.5 Points |
Full Points 48 |
59.4 % |
Change compared to the Hiroshima Report 2023 0.5 |
Switzerland argues that it cannot sign the TPNW in its present form. However, it participated as an observer in the 2MSP following the previous meeting. It has engaged in promoting the CTBT’s entry into force, and developing its verification systems. It has ratified the CTBT and advocated immediate commencement of negotiation of an FMCT. It has also taken a proactive attitude regarding cooperation with civil society. Switzerland participates in the IPNDV. It enacted national laws which restrict financing for nuclear weapons production. |
Nuclear Non-Proliferation |
53 Points |
Full Points 61 |
86.9 % |
Change compared to the Hiroshima Report 2023 0 |
Switzerland acceded to the IAEA Additional Protocol, and has applied the integrated safeguards. It has engaged in non-proliferation, including the establishment of solid export control systems. It submitted a report to the IAEA in accordance with the Guidelines for the Management of Plutonium. |
Nuclear Security |
32 Points |
Full Points 38 |
84.2 % |
Change compared to the Hiroshima Report 2023 4 |
Switzerland has ratified all nuclear security-related conventions and established a national implementation system for A/CPPNM. It received an IPPAS follow-up mission in 2023. Switzerland has established a national cyber security policy, and has been working on the implementation of the A/CPPNM. It has emphasized and implemented cybersecurity measures, including the development of cybersecurity regulatory guidelines. Switzerland continues to contribute to the NSF. Switzerland is one of the few countries that has taken cyber security measures and is one of the most advanced in its efforts. There is room for enhancing nuclear security culture. |