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General Assembly: Disarmament & International Security Committee

Topic: Indiscriminate Weapons

Indiscriminate weapons, including landmines, cluster munitions, and chemical agents, pose a significant threat to global peace and security. These weapons, by their very nature, do not differentiate between combatants and civilians, often inflicting extensive and long-lasting harm on non-combatant populations. A related concern is the presence of explosive remnants of war (ERW), which continue to endanger lives and impede recovery in post-conflict regions. International efforts to regulate and eliminate these threats gained momentum in the late 20th century with the adoption of key treaties such as the Ottawa Treaty in 1997 and the Convention on Cluster Munitions (CCM) in 2008. These treaties represent crucial advances in disarmament and civilian protection, yet the continued existence and impact of these weapons in conflict zones remain a pressing humanitarian challenge.

Despite international agreements, the deployment of indiscriminate weapons continues, and the aftermath of their use remains a critical issue. In recent years, regions such as Syria, Yemen, and Ukraine have witnessed the use of cluster munitions and other harmful devices, often in densely populated areas. The ongoing presence of landmines in countries like Cambodia and Angola further exemplifies the long lasting impact of these weapons. Efforts to clean up these remnants have made progress, but the work is slow and dangerous. Additionally, the emergence of new technologies and tactics in warfare presents challenges in defining and controlling what constitutes an indiscriminate weapon under existing international law.

The primary challenges in addressing the use and cleanup of indiscriminate weapons stem from a lack of universal adherence to international treaties, significant difficulties in enforcing compliance, and the complex technical and financial obstacles involved in removing these weapons from affected areas. Enhancing global cooperation, strengthening enforcement mechanisms, and accelerating the clearance of existing weapons are critical steps forward. Additionally, there is a pressing need to adapt legal frameworks to better address new and evolving forms of indiscriminate warfare, ensuring that international law keeps pace with technological advancements in weaponry.

Focus Questions:

  1. How can international law be strengthened to prevent the use of indiscriminate weapons in future conflicts before cleanup efforts are needed?
  2. What measures can be taken to accelerate the removal of landmines and unexploded ordnance in post-conflict areas?
  3. How should international frameworks adapt to address the challenges posed by new technologies in warfare?

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PortageCentralDelegates 11/21/2024 13:39:28 172.84.130.20

Topic: 2024-Indiscriminate Weapons
Country: Mexico
Delegate Name: Holden Eldridge

Topic: 2024 Indiscriminate Weapons
Country: United Mexican States
Delegate: Holden Eldridge

Throughout history, we have seen advancements none more prevalent than weapons. From the introduction of muskets to the invention of the machine Gun, the weapons war has been fought with are ever-changing. But, as weapons technology advances so does their deadliness and their ability to kill indiscriminately.

The United Mexican States strongly condemns the use of any Indiscriminate weapons. This includes Chemical, Nuclear, Anti-personal mine, and Cluster munitions.
As an early signatory of the Ottawa Treaty, the United Mexican States strongly condones the use of anti-personal mines and their indiscriminate way of killing the failure of nations to remove these mines once a conflict has ended. Also as a signatory of the CWC, we strongly condone the use of chemical weapons and stockpiling of these weapons. The United Mexican States encourages its fellow nations to dismantle chemical weapons and not to use them during war as their usage is not only inhumane but indiscriminate. Mexico also condemns the use of cluster munitions. This is due to the tendency for the munitions in warheads to not all detonate. We also condone the use of cluster munitions due to the fact that the blast radius of the warhead is quite large and can lead to civilian casulties.

In short, Mexico condones the use of any and all indiscriminate weapons. Due to the inhumane nature of the weapons. And there tendency to kill civilians and non-combat personnel in war zones. The United Mexican States strongly encourages its fellow nations to dismantle said weapons and to put in policies that would require countries to dismantle their weapons. And to require nations to have a limited amount of these weapons and to forbid stockpiling weapons and would require nations to allow the UN to require nations to allow UN inspectors into their country to make sure that stockpiles do not go over a stated limit.

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CWC

Ottawa treaty

CCM

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