Involving non-governmental organizations in arms limitation activities

Claim

NGOs have a moral duty and an obligation to oppose the sale, production and proliferation of all types of arms, including landmines and chemical weapons; Northern NGOs in particular can no longer be shy of involvement in this issue.

Counter-claim

Involving non-governmental organizations in arms limitation activities is a misguided distraction from the real issues at hand. These organizations often lack the expertise and authority to influence meaningful change in global security dynamics. Instead of focusing on ineffective NGO involvement, we should prioritize strengthening governmental frameworks and international treaties that have proven effective. The complexities of arms limitation require serious, strategic engagement from state actors, not the often misguided efforts of non-governmental entities.