The European Union urged states participating in the 11th Conference of States Parties to the Arms Trade Treaty to implement the agreement in full, arguing that effective national controls are essential to preventing the diversion and misuse of conventional weapons.
The EU said its Member States assess conventional arms export licences under the eight criteria of the EU Common Position on arms exports, which are aligned with the Arms Trade Treaty. Compliance with the treaty is incorporated into that framework.
Brussels presented consistent implementation, responsible export controls and stronger international cooperation as central to reducing human suffering linked to illicit and irresponsible arms transfers.