Trafficking in Weapons and Torture Prevention

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Description

Presentation discussing emerging developments in the limitation and regulation of trafficking and trade in weapons and goods that can be used for torture or inhuman or degrading treatment. Presentation makes linkages to the Arms Trade Treaty, the Optional Protocol to the UN Convention Against Torture and the general obligation to prevent torture and inhuman or degrading treatment or punishment, as well as the EU Regulation (EU) 2019/125 concerning trade in certain goods which could be used for capital punishment, torture or other cruel, inhuman or degrading treatment or punishment.
Period22-Mar-2024
Event titleGeorge Washington International Law Review Symposium: A World Under Fire: Examining the Global Impact of Gun Trafficking and Violence
Event typeSymposium
LocationWashington D.C., United States, District of ColumbiaShow on map
Degree of RecognitionInternational

Keywords

  • torture
  • torture prevention
  • torture in healthcare settings
  • deprivation of liberty
  • trade in illicit goods

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