Economic Stability Crucial for Peace, Poland Emphasises at DISEC

Written by Alexandra-Diana Gheorghiu, Journalist, LIMUN 2026

During the ongoing Conference on the Reduction and Limitation of Armaments, the delegate of Poland highlighted the importance of economic stability for effective disarmament. The delegate noted that even the strictest treaties cannot ensure lasting peace, unless underlying economic conditions are addressed.

‘It must be very clear,’ the delegate of Poland said. ‘We are trying to find a cause for the problems we face. It has been conceived that the economy is not in a good state. And so when there is incapability in the economy, there is no stability for peace.’

The remarks drew reactions from other delegations. ‘We appreciate your point, but we do not agree. The explicit title of this conference indicates we should focus on disarmament rather than economic issues,’ the delegation of Belgium said. Italy, meanwhile, expressed concerns regarding the societal effects of economic instability, such as the rise of unemployment.

The USSR delegation echoed Poland’s position, stating that one of the main keys in preventing conflict is economic cooperation. According to the USSR, economic instability can often lead toward aggression, making shared economic growth crucial in maintaining long-term stability.

Poland’s intervention served as a reminder that treaties and disarmament alone cannot guarantee security, as delegates warned that unresolved economic instability may slow progress.

As the conference continues, discussions are shifting toward ways to how disarmament measures might be combined with initiatives to promote economic development. The intervention of the Polish delegation suggests a broader understanding of international collaboration, where security and development are seen as strongly linked.

As the debates between nations continue, the final stages of the conference will embrace a perspective or remain focused on weapons reduction.