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The German Federal Foreign Office and Bonn International Centre for Conversion have helped with the creation of a database which will help with tracking and managing SALW stockpiles in the African Union. The database is intended to help with the spread of information and increase transparency as well as help the African Union’s goals to Read More
North Korea Stays in Focus Amid Talk About Next Summits The article addresses the current diplomatic situation between North Korea and the United States. The article mentions the last talks between Kim and Trump and also notes past and future talks between North Korea and South Korea as well as Russia. Outcome: The talks between Read More
This article keeps the reader updated on the peace and denuclearization progress between the U.S. and North Korea. It explains in detail what happened in Hanoi and why specifically the negotiations were ended so abruptly. It also explains how the U.S. and North Korea could bridge the gaps in the negotiations process and how valuable Read More
The Trump Administration’s Missile Defense Review was finally released. This article explains how critical it is to U.S. foreign relations, especially with the concerns from the international community about potential threats to national security. The MDR is seen as more costly and risky than ever before and it could have adverse reactions by China and Read More
This article explains the recent changes in the progress towards denuclearization and peace between not only North and South Korea, but between the U.S. as well. It goes into detail about the stagnate progress from all three countries and how U.S. relations with North Korea have not always been the best. It also explains denuclearization Read More
This article explains how recent U.S.-Russian relations has implemented a new nuclear arms race, using the U.S. 2018 Nuclear Posture Review as evidence. The article provides that with recent U.S.-Russian relations being so negative the U.S. has cause for concern and this is shown in the actions taken by the U.S. to spend more than Read More
This article explains the background of the INF Treaty and its historical value in a direct and efficient manner taking the reader from the time it was created to the present situation with the U.S. and Russia announcements to leave the Treaty informally. It critiques the Trump Administration’s (re-)actions as well as the cause for Read More
SUMMARY: Despite the UN’s efforts, Syria has continued to challenge the international norms against the use of chemical weapons, even after signing the CWC. Reports coming from the UN has confirmed the Assad Regime’s use of the weapons several times over the past eight years. This article gives context to Syria’s use of chemical weapons Read More
The People’s Republic of China holds firmly to the belief that the illicit arms trade is devastating human lives and international policy needs to address the ills of the illicit arms trade. “The Chinese Defense Ministry spokesperson stated that China’s arms exports are based on three principles: ‘Strengthening the defensive capabilities of the importers, not Read More
Under the inspection of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), Iran has been determined to be complying with the 2015 nuclear deal. While the US pulled out of this deal recently, Iran is purportedly following set rules and adhering to the Joint Committee Plan of Action (JCPOA). Despite this, the US has recently imposed new Read More
Turkey Position Paper
The Government of Syria knows far too well the effects that the over involvement of the United States can have on a country. Our country has been in Civil War for the last 8 years as opposition groups seek to overthrow our regime. The West has not only been vocal with anti-Assad propaganda but they Read More
University of Denver Colorado Conflict In The Congo Killian Harvey Fargas International Arms Control 4002 Professor Dr. Martin Widzer April 8, 2019 Democratic Republic of the Congo is a central sub-Saharan nation with an estimated 24 trillion dollars of natural resources comprised ofcobalt, gold, coltan, diamonds, copper, uranium, oil all of Read More
It is believed that the Israeli government requested the IAEA do inspections in Tehran to see if the Iranian government is storing materials and equipment related to a nuclear weapons program. The IAEA has not confirmed or denied these inspections and said its activities in Iran are in keeping with the Iran Nuclear Agreement. Read More
President of France Emmanuel Macron recently proposed a cybersecurity initiative, urging countries to use cyber capabilities to prevent “malign activities.” The initiative also calls for states not to use cyber attacks against one another indiscriminately. Many countries, such as the US, China, Iran, Israel, and Russia, are reluctant to relinquish their cyber weaponry and have Read More
For the first time since 1997, the OPCW is moving to expand the list of banned chemicals. This change follows the chemical weapon attack on a Russian spy and his daughter in the United Kingdom. The particular chemical used in this attack was not previously listed as a Schedule 1 chemical. The EU and the Read More
Fearing that weapons supplied to Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emarites by the United States could be falling into the hands of known terrorist organization, Congress has passed resolutions to prevent military intervention in Yemen. President Trump is expected to veto this decision, as he and his administration believe that supplying weapons to the Read More
Permanent Ambassador to Ukraine Amb. Chloe Lehnerz Latin America Arms Trade Treaty (LAATT) 2019 Thank you, Secretary Rodriguez, for your oversight of this important treaty. Member States and fellow Ambassadors, we are here today to work towards a safer and more peaceful Latin American region. The small arms trade has clearly contributed to the mounting Read More
Israel is a nation always on the brink of armed conflict. Israel’s neighboring nations have demonstrated no lack of animosity toward Israel. Israel exists in a state of constant vigilance and preparedness. As a people of the jewish faith, peace is of tantamount importance, but years of struggle and conflict has hardened Israel and its Read More
Congo DRC is honored to extend an invitation to Congo DRC, China, Russia to participate in a treaty process between/among our countries. We hope you will choose a delegation soon and confirm your participation here Treaty Process: East African Weapons Restrictions
Congo DRC is honored to extend an invitation to Congo DRC, China, Russia to participate in a treaty process between/among our countries. We hope you will choose a delegation soon and confirm your participation here Treaty Process: East African Weapons Restrictions