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Ninth Landmine Monitor Report to be released on 12 November

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Stage 2 of the Oslo Process: the Lima Conference on Cluster Munitions - support for a New Treaty grows

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Achieving successful economic inclusion for survivors - access to capital: one of the keys to self-employment

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Countdown to the 8th Meeting of States Parties

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Media Advisory: Countries Affected By Cluster Munitions Meet in Belgrade, 3-4 October

States affected by cluster munitions use will come together for the first time in Belgrade, Serbia, on 3 - 4 October 2007 to discuss key issues in developing a new treaty to ban these weapons. The Belgrade Conference on States Affected by Cluster Munitions is an initiative of the Government of Serbia, and aims to give a strong voice to those suffering from the impact of these weapons. Cluster munitions survivors and activists from affected areas will also be attending.

ICBL Joins Nobel Peace Laureates in Expressing Solidarity to the People of Burma/Myanmar

The International Campaign to Ban Landmines (ICBL), 1997 Nobel Prize for Peace, joined today other Nobel Laureates in expressing solidarity to the people of Burma/Myanmar as their peaceful protest to demand respect for their fundamental human rights is being met by violence.

10th Anniversary of the Mine Ban Treaty Negotiations Celebrated in Oslo, 17-18 September

On 17 and 18 September, celebrations were held in Norway to mark the 10th anniversary of the negotiation of the Mine Ban Treaty, which was agreed on 18 September 1997 in Oslo. An all-day civil society event was held on 17 September, and a morning panel discussion was hosted by the Norwegian Ministry of Foreign Affairs on 18 September, followed by an evening ceremony. All events involved the active participation of ICBL ambassadors, staff, and member organizations.

Mine Ban Treaty Anniversary Celebrated in Tokyo

At the beginning of September, ICBL member Association for Aid and Relief Japan celebrated the 10th anniversary of the Mine Ban Treaty by hosting a two-day Mine Ban event in Tokyo, attended by over 3,000 people.

Taiwan: Representatives of Governmemt and Opposition Sign Anti-Mine Declaration

As ICBL member organization Eden Foundation celebrates it 10th year of involvement in the landmine issue, ICBL representatives met with governent and opposition representatives and received pledges of support for efforts against antipersonnel mines.

1997-2007, Ten Years of the Mine Ban Treaty, A Success in Progress

In the 10th year from the adoption and signature of the Mine Ban Treaty, the ICBL considers the treaty to be a success. Yet, it is a "success in progress", with much work still remaining to address outstanding challenges. Read here an overview of results achieved over the past 10 years and steps still required to reach the ultimate goal of a "mine-free world".

Media Advisory - Ten Years of the Mine Ban Treaty: Celebrations Kick Off in Oslo

As the treaty prohibiting the use, production, transfer and stockpiling of antipersonnel mines turns 10 this year, representatives of international civil society will gather in Oslo on 17 and 18 September to celebrate the tenth anniversary of the adoption of the treaty text. The treaty was later opened for signature in Ottawa, Canada, on 3-4 December 1997.

Afghanistan: Attacks on Deminers Must Stop

The International Campaign to Ban Landmines (ICBL) welcomed today the release of 10 members of an Afghan demining team, and called for the immediate release of the three deminers still in captivity. “Deminers put their lives on the line every day to make the land safe again for others. They must be allowed to carry out their life-saving work without having to worry about security threats from outsiders,” said Sylvie Brigot, ICBL Executive Director.

Another Step Closer to a Mine-free Middle East: Iraq Accedes to the Mine Ban Treaty Becoming the 155th State Party

On 15 August 2007, Iraq acceded to the Mine Ban Treaty, bringing the total number of States Parties to 155, seven of which are in the Middle East and North Africa. By joining the treaty, Iraq has committed to never again use, produce, acquire, or export antipersonnel mines. It has also committed to destroy stockpiled mines in four years and to clear minefields in ten years.

Poland: Festival-goers Learn About Landmines

The Polish Red Cross organized three days of awareness activities about landmines at popular Woodstock festival, visited by 85,000 people

Kuwait Becomes State Party #154

Kuwait's accession to the Mine Ban Treaty on 30 July 2007 brought the number of States Parties to the Mine Ban Treaty to 154.