The U.S. has announced a ban on production and acquisition of antipersonnel landmines, and has declared its intent to join the Mine Ban Treaty in future.

Excuse

On the eve of a high-level Mine Ban Treaty conference, there's no excuse for the lack of new U.S. policy from its years-long review.

Ban, Action

On the International Day for Mine Awareness and Assistance in Mine Action, calls for the Obama administration to conclude its landmine policy review with a decision to join the ban treaty.

Event

A new report is now available containing the proceedings from the symposium on the U.S. and the Mine Ban Treaty held February 19.

Policy, Action

A decision is understood to be imminent on the U.S. landmine policy review that began in 2009.