President Obama wrapped up his whirlwind visit to the United Nations with a commitment from nations to rid the world of nuclear weapons.
It follows his speech before the General Assembly asking world leaders to join the United States in tackling global problems.
In a unanimous vote the U.N. Security Council ushered in a U.S. backed resolution to rid nations of nuclear weapons and reduce the risk of nuclear terrorism.
“The historic resolution we just adopted enshrines our shared commitment to a goal of a world without nuclear weapons,” President Obama said after its passage.
The framework includes disarmament for the five declared nations with nuclear weapons and a commitment to keep nuclear weapons out of the hands of other nations and potential terrorists.
It does allow for countries to pursue nuclear technology.
The resolution is also aimed at giving the security council broader powers to enforce those goals if nations violate the measures.
It could also give the U.S. more negotiating power if countries like Iran and North Korea pursue nuclear weapons.
On Wednesday Mr. Obama met with Russia’s president, who for the first time, agreed to the possibility of sanctions if Iran does not cooperate.
After wrapping up meetings at the U.N. the president heads to Pittsburgh and the the G-20 summit, where global leaders will discuss international trade and financial regulations along with climate change.