Involving non-governmental organizations in arms limitation activities

Description

Involving non-governmental organizations in arms limitation activities entails engaging independent civil society groups to monitor, advocate, and facilitate compliance with arms control agreements. NGOs provide expertise, transparency, and grassroots mobilization, helping to identify violations, raise public awareness, and pressure governments for stronger regulation. This strategy remedies gaps in official oversight, enhances accountability, and fosters international cooperation, ultimately supporting the reduction of illicit arms proliferation and promoting global security.

Claim

NGOs have a moral duty and an obligation to oppose the sale, production and proliferation of all types of arms, including landmines and chemical weapons; Northern NGOs in particular can no longer be shy of involvement in this issue.