Arms Trade Treaty: Impact Over 10 Years
Are Governments Violating the Treaty?
Amnesty International exposes unlawful arms transfers perpetuating grave abuses in conflict zones.
- World’s top arms exporters breaching Arms Trade Treaty, resulting in loss of life.
- 155 states adopted the Treaty in 2013, aiming to govern global arms trade.
- US largest arms provider to Israel despite evidence of war crimes.
Who’s Affected by Illegal Arms Trade?
Amnesty International reveals impacts in the Occupied Palestinian Territory, Sudan, and Myanmar.
- US-manufactured weapons used in deadly Gaza Strip airstrikes.
- Sudan engulfed in crisis due to illegal arms transfers despite UN embargo.
- Myanmar imports over $1 billion USD in arms, fueling civilian attacks.
Progress and Call to Action
Amnesty International calls for strict enforcement of the Arms Trade Treaty to reduce human suffering.
- Global efforts needed to uphold Treaty and prevent further bloodshed.
- 10th Conference of States Parties to the Treaty set for August 19-23.
“State parties and signatories to the Arms Trade Treaty cannot afford to shirk their obligations any longer.
” – Patrick Wilcken
Summary:
Amnesty International continues to shed light on illegal arms transfers violating the Arms Trade Treaty, urging governments to take immediate action to prevent further loss of life.
Source: www.amnesty.org