Topic: Reducing the use of Indiscriminate Weapons in Conflict
Country: Ethiopia
Delegate Name: Alison Albrecht
School: Roeper School
Topic page: background guide and all position papers All Ethiopia position papers GLIMUN 2016 committees
Greetings fellow delegates. The Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia is looking forward to collaborating with you all to discuss the ongoing conflict of indiscriminate weaponry.
Ethiopia is very concerned with global security and safety. The delegation is fully aware of the threats that the use of indiscriminate weaponry pose to civilian societies, and believe that the eradication of these weapons is necessary. This humanitarian crisis is one that can not be overlooked by the international community. After the Treaty of Pelindaba in 2009, Africa has become a zone free of nuclear weapons, and the delegation believes that more of these zones should be established globally in order to enhance regional and international security.
Ethiopia has first-hand experience with the injurious effects of indiscriminate weapon systems. As a result of previous conflicts on Ethiopian soil, landmines have caused much suffering and has taken many Ethiopian lives. The danger of landmines is a harsh reality Ethiopian citizens have to face and is an issue that requires immediate action and resolution. Indiscriminate weapon systems directly impact the Ethiopian people and the delegation is passionate and determined to eliminate the use of these systems.
The Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia has already taken some measures to combat this issue. The delegation has been very resourceful in the training of apopo herorats to smell and detect landmines. These African rats have served as a temporary solution, but much greater action needs to be taken.
The delegation of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia looks to the international community for their support to combat this serious conflict of indiscriminate weapon systems.
