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1. China\'s Exports of Small Arms and Light Weapons

Author:
Mark Bromley, Paul Holtom, and Mathieu Duchâtel
Publication Date:
10-2013
Content Type:
Working Paper
Institution:
Stockholm International Peace Research Institute
Abstract:
China has long been one of the world\'s most significant exporters of small arms and light weapons (SALW). It is also among the least transparent. At the same time, China has stated its commitment to preventing the illicit trade in SALW and formally recognizes the destabilizing effect that SALW transfers can have on peace and security, economic development and social stability.
Topic:
Crime, International Law, and International Trade and Finance
Political Geography:
China

2. Import controls and an arms trade treaty

Author:
Mark Bromley and Paul Holtom
Publication Date:
07-2011
Content Type:
Working Paper
Institution:
Stockholm International Peace Research Institute
Abstract:
The drafting of an arms trade treaty (ATT) represents a unique opportunity to define common state responsibilities for exercising control over the different stages of the arms transfer process and, as a result, prevent illicit and destabilizing arms transfers. Import controls represent a vital tool for helping to prevent cases of illicit diversion. They can also enable importer countries to play their part in preventing arms from being used to fuel conflicts or facilitate human rights abuses.
Topic:
Arms Control and Proliferation, Crime, International Law, Treaties and Agreements, and Law Enforcement