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Humanitarian Mine Action

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The landmine problem

Since landmines were first used widely in World War II, the problem has spread to most regions of the world. Today, it poses severe challenges in more than 80 countries and territories in the world. It is estimated that there are approx. 110 million mines globally. Read more...

International ban

The Ottawa Treaty is the international agreement that bans antipersonnel landmines. The treaty is the most comprehensive international instrument for ridding the world of antipersonnel mines. Read more...