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Projects in the fields of disarmament and arms control
Better control over small arms and light weapons
The Federal Foreign Office supports the Bonn International Center for Conversion (BICC)’s study and online applications to strengthen worldwide control of small arms and light weapons. moreBetter control over small arms and light weapons
OSCE Code of Conduct on Politico-Military Aspects of Security: Arabic translation prepared by the Federal Foreign Office
On 1 March 2013 Germany’s and Switzerland’s Permanent Representatives to the Organization for Security and Co operation in Europe (OSCE) presented OSCE Secretary General Lamberto Zannier with the first Arabic translation of the OSCE Code of Conduct on Politico-Military Aspects of Security. moreOSCE Code of Conduct on Politico-Military Aspects of Security: Arabic translation prepared by the Federal Foreign Office
International Arms Trade Treaty: Federal Foreign Office steps up commitment
In the weeks before the final conference on the International Arms Trade Treaty (ATT), the Federal Foreign Office is supporting several meetings in order to help with the optimal preparation of the participants and to provide strong impetus towards the conclusion of a robust Arms Trade Treaty moreInternational Arms Trade Treaty: Federal Foreign Office steps up commitment
Improving security in Libya
The Federal Foreign Office is supporting Libya’s government in improving the country’s security situation, through the clearance of munitions remnants from battles, among other things. moreImproving security in Libya
Securing a destroyed munitions dump in Libya
In Libya, what was formerly a storage bunker for weapons and munitions will be cleared of remnants of war and secured. The Federal Foreign Office is contributing 600,000 euros to the project. moreSecuring a destroyed munitions dump in Libya
Federal Foreign Office provides funds for conference on international cyber security and confidence and security-building measures (CSBMs)
The Cyber Security Conference 2012 being held in Geneva on 8/9 November 2012 is focusing on enhanced international transparency, confidence and predictability in cyberspace. All in all, the Federal Foreign Office has provided more than 160,000 euros in 2012 for projects aimed at increasing cyber security. moreFederal Foreign Office provides funds for conference on international cyber security and confidence and security-building measures (CSBMs)
Safe storage of weapons and ammunition in Montenegro
Inadequate storage of weapons and ammunition poses a considerable threat to the civilian population of Montenegro. Together with the OSCE, the Federal Foreign Office is helping Montenegro to resolve this problem. moreSafe storage of weapons and ammunition in Montenegro
Federal Foreign Office to support munitions destruction in Albania
In Albania large quantities of surplus munitions are to be destroyed. The modern saw blades needed to do the job safely and effectively are in short supply, however. The Federal Foreign Office is therefore helping Albania to purchase new saw blades to replace those that have worn out. moreFederal Foreign Office to support munitions destruction in Albania
Federal Foreign Office supporting modernization of UN database on military expenditures with 75,000 euros
In 2012, the Federal Foreign Office is supporting the United Nations Office for Disarmament Affairs (UNODA) with a total of 75,000 euros as it modernizes the UN reporting system on military expenditures. The new system will help provide a more transparent overview of global military spending. moreFederal Foreign Office supporting modernization of UN database on military expenditures with 75,000 euros
Destruction of 110 tonnes of highly toxic napalm powder in Serbia
Large quantities of out‑of‑date surplus ammunition are still in storage in Serbia. The storage conditions for napalm and white phosphorus often do not comply with the required standards, thus posing an environmental and security risk for Serbia and its neighbours. Serbia itself has neither the funding nor, to some extent, the technology to dispose of this highly toxic ammunition in a proper, environmentally safe way within a reasonable period. moreDestruction of 110 tonnes of highly toxic napalm powder in Serbia
Expert meeting to prepare negotiations on halting the production of fissile material for nuclear weapons
The fact that experts from more than 45 states took part in a meeting organized in Geneva on 29 and 30 May by the Federal Foreign Office with support from the Netherlands underscores the international community’s great interest in the commencement of negotiations on a production ban on fissile material for weapons purposes (“Fissile Material Cut off Treaty”, FMCT). moreExpert meeting to prepare negotiations on halting the production of fissile material for nuclear weapons
Destruction of Soviet-era ammunition and anti-personnel mines in Ukraine
In the middle of Europe, large amounts of Soviet-era weapons and ammunition are still in storage. They are a security and environmental risk not only for Ukraine and its neighbours. Germany is participating in a NATO initiative to destroy these dangerous stockpiles. moreDestruction of Soviet-era ammunition and anti-personnel mines in Ukraine
Ordnance clearance in Afghanistan
After more than two decades of war, Afghanistan has one of the highest levels of weapons and ammunition per capita in the world. This represents a potential threat to the stability of the region, because the arms may fall into the hands of non state actors. moreOrdnance clearance in Afghanistan
Small arms control in South Sudan
Small arms are responsible for more casualties than any other type of weapon; they aggravate conflicts, destabilize societies and hinder development. The Federal Foreign Office supports improvements in the stockpiling of small arms and ammunition in South Sudan. moreSmall arms control in South Sudan
Federal Foreign Office supports confidence and security-building measures in Latin America
Armed violence is one of the major challenges facing many states in Central America.The murder rates in some countries in the region are among the highest in the world. Besides being tragic for the victims and their families, armed violence is a huge obstacle to development. In 2012 Germany is making available 200,000 euro to help the countries of Central America combat crime. moreFederal Foreign Office supports confidence and security-building measures in Latin America
Libya: Securing weapons and destroying land mines, munitions and explosive remnants of war
Landmines and other remnants of war which were left behind by the Gaddafi regime pose an ongoing danger to the people of Libya. The National Transitional Council intends to join the Ottawa Convention banning anti personnel mines and destroy the country’s mine stockpiles. The Federal Foreign Office is supporting it in these efforts. moreLibya: Securing weapons and destroying land mines, munitions and explosive remnants of war
Ecuador: Small arms control helps to safeguard peace and security
The proliferation of small arms is directly linked with the comparatively high rates of murder and other violent crimes in Latin America. With the support of the Federal Foreign Office, an expert conference held in Quito in cooperation with the UN Programme of Action on small arms and light weapons has now taken on this issue. moreEcuador: Small arms control helps to safeguard peace and security
Small arms control in Côte d’Ivoire
The Federal Foreign Office is making available 900,000 euro to support small arms control in Côte d’Ivoire through a project within the framework of the United Nations Programme of Action on small arms (UNPoA). moreSmall arms control in Côte d’Ivoire
Preventive diplomacy in Asia and Europe
The Asia-Pacific region is a key region for Germany and the European Union – not least in terms of security policy. The two regions face many similar challenges, including regional conflicts, the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction and terrorism. morePreventive diplomacy in Asia and Europe
Ottawa Anti-Personnel Mine Ban Convention
The Federal Foreign Office strongly backs the ban on anti-personnel mines. That is why it is helping, among other things, to organize the Meeting of the States Parties to the Ottawa Convention held in Phnom Penh in November 2011. moreOttawa Anti-Personnel Mine Ban Convention