ASEAN has reaffirmed its commitment to combating the illicit trade in small arms and light weapons and supporting the ASEAN Regional Mine Action Center (ARMAC) in reducing the humanitarian impact of mines and explosive remnants of war.
On October 21, 2026, កែវ ឈា, Cambodia’s Ambassador and Permanent Representative to the United Nations, delivered a statement on behalf of ASEAN during the General Assembly First Committee’s thematic debate on conventional weapons at UN headquarters in New York. The committee deals with disarmament and international security.
He stressed the need for stronger cooperation among countries in the region and the international community to curb illicit arms trading through information exchange and joint capacity building.
ASEAN also stressed its support for ARMAC in addressing mines and explosive remnants of war, which continue to threaten people’s lives and safety.
The commitment reflects continued efforts to promote multilateral cooperation, strengthen security, reduce humanitarian risks and contribute to sustainable peace and stability in the region. Written by: សុភ័ក្រ្ត
