Brussels, 29 January 2022
As the world debates whether and how to support Ukraine against the Russian aggression on Crimea and in Eastern Ukraine, politicians should recall a document that was signed in 1994 to guarantee Ukraine’s security – often mentioned, but rarely known. Remember: pacta sunt servanda!
UN Treaty Registration Number: 52241
Memorandum on security assurances in connection with Ukraine’s accession to the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons
Participant(s):
- Russian Federation
- Ukraine*
- United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
- United States of America
Places/dates of conclusion:
Budapest: 05/12/1994
Authentic texts:
- Ukrainian
- Russian
- English
You can read and download the original text below:
Source : United Nations Treaty Register