Oslo Conference on Cluster Munitions
February 22-23, 2007
Declaration
A group of States, United Nations Organisations, the International Committee of the Red Cross, the Cluster Munitions Coalition and other humanitarian organisations met in Oslo on 22 – 23 February 2007 to discuss how to effectively address the humanitarian problems caused by cluster munitions.
Recognising the grave consequences caused by the use of cluster munitions and the need for immediate action, states commit themselves to:
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Conclude by 2008 a legally binding international instrument that will:
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prohibit the use, production, transfer and stockpiling of clustermunitions that cause unacceptable harm to civilians, and
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establish a framework for cooperation and assistance that ensures adequate provision of care and rehabilitation to survivors and their communities, clearance of contaminated areas, risk education and destruction of stockpiles of prohibited cluster munitions.
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Consider taking steps at the national level to address these problems.
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Continue to address the humanitarian challenges posed by cluster munitions within the framework of international humanitarian law and in all relevant fora.
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Meet again to continue their work, including in Lima in May/June and Vienna in November/December 2007, and in Dublin in early 2008, and welcome the announcement of Belgium to organise a regional meeting.
Oslo, February 23 2007
