Division 2 Overall objectives

The core objective of this Decision is to support a number of States to strengthen their arms transfer control systems for effective implementation of the ATT and to promote its universalisation. Specifically, the Union action will provide:

1. (a)

   reinforcement of arms transfer control capacities and expertise of beneficiary countries;

2. (b)

   further awareness of, and ownership by relevant stakeholders such as competent regional organisations, national parliaments and civil society representatives that are interested in the ATT's long term implementation effectiveness;

3. (c)

   outreach to other countries with a view to supporting universalisation and effective implementation of the ATT.