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Thank you to all participants of last week’s #ArmsTradeTreaty Women’s Workshop in Geneva. Grateful to Latvia for partnering on this initiative, and looking ahead to strong progress by the ATT Gender Focal Points under the leadership of Mexico, Spain, and Togo.

Starting yesterday and continuing today in Geneva, Latvia and @ControlArms are bringing together female diplomats to advance gender equality and women’s leadership in #ATT implementation—alongside the development of free online #ATT courses. #ControlArms#ATT#VTF

Save the Date | 12 January 2026 – 16:00 CET
When weapons cross borders, conflicts escalate. Join us for a discussion on arms transfers and Sudan’s crisis.
🔗 Register here: us06web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...

As the year ends, we’re grateful for the people and partnerships advancing arms control and multilateral cooperation. Onward into the next.
#ATT #ArmsControl #Multilateralism

#ControlArms #WarCrimes #InternationalLaw #HumanRights #CorporateAccountability #EndTheArmsTrade #ICL #ATT #HumanityFirst #Gaza #CiviliansUnderFire

In 2024 Asia and Oceana saw military spending rise to $629B, at Control Arms we are asking how else could the money have been spent?

If you wish to support the work of the Control Arms Team send us a message at info@controlarms.org

#ControlArms #WarCrimes #InternationalLaw #HumanRights #CorporateAccountability #EndTheArmsTrade #ICL #ATT #HumanityFirst #Gaza #CiviliansUnderFire

In 2024 The USA saw military spending rise to $997B, at Control Arms we are asking how else could the money have been spent?

If you wish to support the work of the Control Arms Team send us a message at info@controlarms.org

#ControlArms #WarCrimes #InternationalLaw #HumanRights #CorporateAccountability #EndTheArmsTrade #ICL #ATT #HumanityFirst #Gaza #CiviliansUnderFire

In 2024 Africa saw military spending rise to $52.1B, at Control Arms we are asking how else could the money have been spent?

If you wish to support the work of the Control Arms Team send us a message at info@controlarms.org

#ControlArms #WarCrimes #InternationalLaw #HumanRights #CorporateAccountability #EndTheArmsTrade #ICL #ATT #HumanityFirst #Gaza #CiviliansUnderFire

In 2024 Europe saw military spending rise to $693B, at Control Arms we are asking how else could the money have been spent?

If you wish to support the work of the Control Arms Team send us a message at info@controlarms.org

#ControlArms #WarCrimes #InternationalLaw #HumanRights #CorporateAccountability #EndTheArmsTrade #ICL #ATT #HumanityFirst #Gaza #CiviliansUnderFire

In 2024 the Middle East region saw military spending rise to $243B, this post takes a look at how else could the money have been spent.

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In 2024 Latin America and the Caribbean saw military spending rise to $73.4B, at Control Arms we are asking how else could the money have been spent?

If you wish to support the work of the Control Arms Team send us a message at info@controlarms.org

Thanks to Josh Paul for an insightful discussion on the US role in the international arms trade and transfers to the conflict in Gaza. Grateful to all who joined us in such a vibrant setting.

As 2025 ends, it’s important to reflect on the recent rise in global military spending —and to ask why critical humanitarian needs remain underfunded.

Over the next few days, we’ll be sharing a series of posts examining this surge in military expenditure and the opportunity costs it carries.

We’re excited to welcome @AlexMarksteiner to the @ArmsTreaty team!
Alex joins us from the UN Secretariat, bringing experience in military transparency and peacekeeping. She previously worked with @SIPRIorg on military spending and arms production.
Welcome, Alex!

Strengthening the Women, Peace & Security Agenda begins with stronger arms control.
UNIDIR’s new report shows how addressing weapons-related risks can close key gaps in protection, prevention, and participation.
#WPS #ArmsControl #Disarmament #ControlArms

Profiting from atrocity isn’t just unethical — it’s illegal.
Corporations and governments must be held accountable for enabling harm. Due diligence is not optional.
#ControlArms #WarCrimes #HumanRights #CorporateAccountability

Conscience and Power: Josh Paul on Arms, Accountability and Gaza Conscience and Power: Josh Paul on Arms, Accountability and Gaza LIVE VIDEO CONFERENCE Josh Paul previously served as Director of Congressional and Public Affairs in the Bureau of Political-Militar…

Join us for a talk with Josh Paul, former senior official at the U.S. State Department, on U.S. arms policy, accountability, and Gaza.
📅 8 Dec 2025 — 6:30 PM CET
📍 Institute of Arab & Mediterranean Cultures, Geneva
🔗 Details in bio | 🎥 Livestream on Facebook

⚠️ No going back to mines.
Landmines kill or maim civilians — often children — long after war ends. Suspending the mine-ban puts people’s lives and communities at grave risk. #NoMines #ProtectCivilians #HumanitarianLaw

UK-made military gear has surfaced with Sudan’s RSF militia, a group accused of genocide, raising urgent questions about export controls, re-exports, and accountability in the global arms trade. #ArmsControl #Sudan #RSF #HumanRights #Accountability

Join us Nov 13 (15:30–16:30 CET | Online) for “Ten Years of Arms Trade Treaty Transparency.”
Experts reflect on a decade of ATT reporting—progress, challenges & next steps for transparency.
🔗 stimsoncenter.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
#ATT #ArmsTrade #Transparency #Disarmament

We can build bunkers… or build peace. ✨
Disarmament is under attack, and weapons are costing human wellbeing. 🌍
📖 Read the editorial & full First Committee Monitor.
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#Disarmament #PeaceNotWar #GlobalSecurity #ControlArms

Control Arms welcomes @bbcnews’s reporting on the Myanmar military junta’s attacks and China’s role in enabling them, a clear violation of the Arms Trade Treaty.
🔗 www.bbc.com/news/article...
#ArmsTradeTreaty #Myanmar #HumanRights #StopArmingAtrocities

It’s a wrap! On Monday, 20 October, Control Arms concluded its VTF project with Cambodia’s Ministry of National Defence, focused on 'Raising Awareness and Building Support for the Ratification of the Arms Trade Treaty (ATT) in Cambodia'.

Dr. Andrea Edoardo Varisco delivered Control Arms’ statement to the UN First Committee, calling for stronger implementation of the Arms Trade Treaty to reduce human suffering. 💬
#UNGA80 #ControlArms #Disarmament #Peace