General Info

The Nairobi Summit on a Mine-Free World - or first Review Conference of the 1997 Mine Ban Treaty - takes place from 29 November to 3 December 2004 in Nairobi, Kenya.
100's of participants will take part in the formal proceedings and numerous side events: world leaders, NGOs, international organizations, landmine survivors, youth and UN agencies.
It is an historic occasion in the life of the Mine Ban Treaty, taking place halfway between the treaty's establishment under international law in 1999 and the deadline in 2009 for most member states to clear minefields.
Beforehand, campaigners hope new countries will come on board the treaty. Anticipation of the event is also expected to galvanise other efforts.
The Summit will have far-reaching consequences. The ICBL is urging member states to adopt an ambitious action programme to finish the task of ridding the world of this evil scourge.
Read more in our Frequently Asked Questions.
ICBL members can register here for the event. All others please contact us for information on registration or visit the Nairobi Summit official site registration section.

Additional links:

ICBL Images from the summit.
Nairobi Summit official site
Government of Kenya, Host Country Organizing Committee site
Fifth Meeting of States Parties (5MSP) and the ICBL Report on Activities at the 5MSP
IRIN News (UN) web special on the Nairobi Summit
International Committee of the Red Cross focus on Landmines and the Nairobisummit

Nairobi Summit on a Mine-Free World Daily Update #3

1 Dec 04

Among others Steve Goose reports on his feelings of some government statements recalling the hostility towards NGOs from CCW in 1994.

Shirin Ebadi launches Iranian landmine campaign, urges Iran to join the Treaty

1 Dec 04

The 2003 Nobel Peace Laureate, launched her “Mine Clearing Collaboration Campaign” at the Nairobi Summit on a Mine-Free World. At the Summit, Ms. Ebadi briefed listeners about the landmine problem in her country.

Nairobi Summit on a Mine-Free World Daily Update #5

3 Dec 04

The final day of the summit. “The only way to be safe is to be mine-free” (Deputy Foreign Minister of Croatia)

Nobel Peace Laureates share lessons for today's troubled world

2 Dec 04

Nobel Laureates gathered in Nairobi to share lessons of different tools used to advance human rights, promote sustainable development and strengthen human security in the face of violent conflict in the 21st century.

Tomb Raider star angered and disgusted

10 Jan 05

U.S. actress Angelina Jolie says she's ashamed her government hasn't joined the 1997 Mine Ban Treaty.

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