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Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 1540
Established by the Security Council to monitor the implementation of Resolution 1540 of 2004 which requires states to refrain from supporting non-state actors in the production, trade and use of nuclear, chemical or biological weapons. The site collects reports and a legislative database.
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The United Nations Institute for Disarmament Research
It is an autonomous institute within the United Nations system that conducts research on disarmament and security in order to support the international community in reflection, decisions and efforts for disarmament. Annual books and reports are available on the site.
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Multilateral treaty disarmament database for UNODA
The UNODA database contains the text and status of the ratifications of the main multilateral disarmament treaties. It offers two search criteria: by text of the treaties and by States parties.
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CTBTO - Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty Organization
Founded in 1996, it promotes the adoption of the treaty to ban nuclear explosions wherever they want to be done. The Commission also has the task of establishing the Treaty monitoring mechanism so that it can be operational as soon as it enters into force.
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The United Nations Conference to review the implementation of the Programme of Action on the Illicit Trade in Small Arms and Light Weapons
The Conference ended without a final agreement however the Action Program to promote the adoption of measures limiting the illegal trade in small arms and light weapons is still operational. All information on the conference is still available on the website.
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The United Nations Office for Outer Space Affairs (UNOOSA)
The Office is responsible for promoting international cooperation in the peaceful use of space. It collects treaties, resolutions and other instruments of international space law. Reports, publications and information on conferences and events are also available online.
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United Nations Disarmament Information Program
The site offers online resources on peace education and disarmament, publications and multimedia material, including films.
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UNDP Annual Human Development Report
Since 1990 UNDP has published an annual human development report which provides the profile of each country in the world in the dimension of human development, presenting updated data and key statistical indicators, including the Human Development Index (HDI).
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FAO - Food and Agriculture Organization
Founded in 1945, it leads international efforts to end world hunger. It promotes negotiations and agreements between states, offers support to developing countries to improve agricultural practices and ensure adequate food for all. The site brings together all the information on the organisation's activities. Country sheets, specialised documents and statistics are available.
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