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Coverage and analysis of UN small arms conference

UN Programme of Action on small arms and light weapons

The UN Programme of Action provides the framework for activities to counter the illicit trade in small arms and light weapons. It was adopted by all UN member states in 2001. Since that time the UN has worked to support the implementation of the UNPoA at national, regional, and international levels. It has hosted two Review Conferences in 2006 and 2012, four biennial meetings of states, and one meeting of government experts in 2011.

Its next Review Conference will be held in June 2018, with a preparatory committee on now from 19-23 March 2018 to prepare. 

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