New Mine Ban Treaty Action Plan Would Be Another Step Forward for Environmental Mainstreaming

Nov 20, 2024 | Linsey Cottrell
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Since the Anti-Personnel Mine Ban Convention entered into force in 1999, review conferences have been held every five years. After 25 years, the Convention’s Fifth Review Conference in Siem Reap, Cambodia is taking place amidst the accelerating crises of climate change, biodiversity loss and pollution. Ahead of the conference, Linsey Cottrell reviews how the mine action sector is responding to the triple crisis, and what more is needed.