The Convention on Cluster Munitions

Lao PDR Representatives attended the Inter-Parliamentary Union 151st Assembly last week and joined IPU delegates in reaffirming commitment to uphold and promote respect for international humanitarian law (IHL) and support for humanitarian action. Laos will host The Convention on Cluster Munitions Third Review Conference, scheduled to take place September 2026 in Vientiane.

You can read the Geneva Declaration "Upholding humanitarian norms and supporting humanitarian action in times of crisis", adopted at the Assembly, here. https://www.ipu.org/file/22528/download , with specific mention of the CCM's role in promoting IHL.

Embassy/Permanent Mission of the Lao PDR to the UNOG in Geneva, CH

The road to the The Convention on Cluster Munitions Third Review Conference has begun! This week the ISU held its first meeting with the Review Conference Presidency, Embassy/Permanent Mission of the Lao PDR to the UNOG in Geneva, CH . Watch the preview video here https://youtu.be/0JN0ONRWVmE

We're continuing to share highlights from The Convention on Cluster Munitions which closed on 19 September, where the most recent State Party , took the floor to reaffirm its unwavering commitment to the humanitarian objectives of the Convention, and called on all states not yet party, to join without delay.

"Our decision reflects a broader commitment to rules-based multilateralism and to ensuring that the Convention remains a strong and relevant instrument for international peace and security."

See more here https://www.clusterconvention.org/13msp/

Embassy/Permanent Mission of the Lao PDR to the UNOG in Geneva, CH Philippine Mission to the United Nations and Consulate General in Geneva
UN Office for Disarmament Affairs Vienna Cluster Munition Coalition

Applause for a successful meeting and many thanks to the Presidency team! Meeting adjourned.


Philippine Mission to the United Nations and Consulate General in Geneva

The final day opens with a statement from
Mines Action Canada Fellows calling for investment in youth, growing future Humanitarian Disarmament decision makers, and ensuring support for clearance, , & development.
Global Goals for Sustainable Development

Philippine Mission to the United Nations and Consulate General in Geneva
Cluster Munition Coalition
Embassy/Permanent Mission of the Lao PDR to the UNOG in Geneva, CH

This morning at The Convention on Cluster Munitions , delegates continued yesterday's discussion on Victim Assistance and undertook thematic discussions on:
- International cooperation and assistance
- Transparency Reporting
- Convention Compliance
- National implementation measures and
- Gender and Diversity Mainstreaming

Two side events were held prior to the morning plenary:
Building synergies and improving transparency
reporting outcomes across conventional arms
control instruments - hosted by Australia

And

Ensuring Youth Engagement in the CCM and
Humanitarian Disarmament Framework:
Essential voices for critical times - hosted by Campagna Italiana Contro Mine

Australian Consulate-General, Geneva

Happening tomorrow morning, 18-9, at the UN Geneva with ☕️ and 🥐, and online at https://bit.ly/4nGYMbn .

Cluster Munition Coalition Philippine Mission to the United Nations and Consulate General in Geneva International humanitarian law and youth Initiative Campagna Italiana Contro Mine UN Office for Disarmament Affairs Vienna Legacies of War Mines Action Canada

Why is youth engagement essential to humanitarian disarmament and the implementation of the Convention on Cluster Munitions?
This event will bring together organizations, youth voices, and field experts to share experiences, results, and lessons learned, while reflecting on the opportunities for the meaningful involvement of young people.

Join us for the event: https://bit.ly/4nGYMbn


The Convention on Cluster Munitions

The Convention on Cluster Munitions13MSP opened yesterday, 16 September UN Geneva with Philippine Mission to the United Nations and Consulate General in Geneva Presidency presiding.

The opening session featured Vanuatu's recent accession to the Convention, warmly welcomed by the Presidency and States Parties alike.

The opening featured remarks by International Committee of the Red Cross Vice President, and the Swiss
Ambassador for Disarmament and Multilateral Affairs. The CCM 2025 Youth for Humanitarian Disarmament contest winner, Martina Musìo, also addressed the 13MSP and presented the winning submission before the meeting.

In the afternoon Coordination Committee Members on Survey and Clearancce (Représentation permanente de la France auprès de l’ONU à Genève and Consolato Generale d'Italia Ginevra ) opened discussion on extension requests for Afghanistan, Chile, Lebanon, Mauritania, and Somalia.

Campagna Italiana Contro Mine