Lao PDR

Photo Essay: First Meeting of States Parties to the Convention on Cluster Munitions

The historic Convention on Cluster Munitions entered into force 1st of August 2010. The First Meeting of States Parties to the Convention – the largest international gathering ever hosted by the Government of Lao PDR – brought together delegates from 118 states and more than 560 civil society representatives to discuss ways forward in implementing the Convention. The meeting was organised in Vientiane, Lao PDR from 9 to 12 November 2010.

In the meeting, States committed to accelerate progress on clearance and stockpile destruction; expand the coverage of services for victims; enhance cooperation with international organisations and civil society, and provide timely transparent reporting of progress.