Why the Arms Trade Treaty is good?

Why the Arms Trade Treaty is good?

The treaty aims to reduce human suffering caused by illegal and irresponsible arms transfers, improve regional security and stability, as well as to promote accountability and transparency by state parties concerning transfers of conventional arms.

What did the arms trade encourage?

Implemented effectively, the international Arms Trade Treaty will promote justice, peace and security and is in the interests of all states, and those who suffer from the scourges of armed violence and conflict.

When was the Arms Trade Treaty adopted?

The Arms Trade Treaty was adopted on 2nd April 2013 by a large majority of the UN General Assembly.

Is India part of Arms Trade Treaty?

However, India has not signed the Treaty on the grounds that it is weak on terrorism and non-state actors and these concerns find no mention in the specific prohibitions of the Treaty.

Would regulating arms export promote world peace?

In that way, it would contribute to international and regional peace, security and stability, thereby promoting transparency and accountability in international conventional arms transfers. Regulation, therefore, would contribute to maintaining international peace and security.

What is arms control treaty?

This treaty establishes common international standards for regulating the international trade in conventional arms, and seeks to prevent and eradicate the illicit trade in conventional arms and prevent their diversion.

Which country joined UN Arms Trade Treaty?

China
China to join UN arms trade treaty, ‘enhance’ world peace – The Economic Times.

Was Canada right in signing on to the arms trade treaty?

Background. Canada will become a State Party to the UN Arms Trade Treaty (ATT) on September 17, 2019. As per Canada’s practice for all international treaties, Canada will be fully compliant with all its obligations upon accession to the ATT.

How many countries have signed the arms trade treaty?

Map showing which states have signed or ratified the Treaty. The Arms Trade Treaty (ATT) is a multilateral treaty that regulates the international trade in conventional weapons. It entered into force on 24 December 2014. 110 states have ratified the treaty, and a further 32 states have signed but not ratified it.