FIELD SUPPORT
IMMEDIATE OUTCOME 7 Ammunition is managed by states according to good practice
Ageing, unstable, and surplus ammunition stockpiles pose a dual risk of accidental explosions and illicit diversion. It is therefore vital that systems of safe and secure management are implemented and maintained at the national level.
2 states completed a baseline assessment Mauritania, Moldova 1 state; 2 partners assisted in improving the SSMA based on good practice Guinea Bissau, UNODA, UN SaferGuard 1 online course, 1 workshop to which AMAT contributed UNODA-DPO’s DDR WAM
1 video, 1 publication and
ACHIEVEMENTS While in 2019 the focus was put on developing
an increased understanding of fundamental issues regarding the implementation of the International Ammunition Technical Guidelines (IATG). This supported Moldova and Mauritania in their efforts to develop more efficient and effective action plans. Testament to AMAT’s raised profile were the several new requests from partner organisations calling for assistance in ammunition management. The United Nations Office for Disarmament Affairs (UNODA) characterised AMAT’s support with updating Version 3 of the IATGs and leading the UN SaferGuard Technical Review Board as “indispensable”. Finally, in 2020, AMAT secured new grants and commenced four new projects for the benefit of states and the UN SaferGuard Programme. LESSONS LEARNT T A regular exchange of information and communication with states and other partners in the ammunition management sector are fundamental to ensure that AMAT’s activities complement and contribute to existing efforts.
its four-year strategy and establishing partnerships, in 2020 the Ammunition
Management Advisory Team (AMAT) became fully operational in responding to the urgent need for sustainable technical support to states in the safe, secure and sustainable management of ammunition.
1 e-book developed T Security Sector Reform and Ammunition Management: Lessons Learned from Bosnia and Herzegovina T Reducing Risks Associated with Ammonium Nitrate T Ammunition Safety Management
“The AMAT platform is a significant opportunity to exchange best practices and learn from each other in ammunition management and stockpile reduction, but also reinforce relationships and promote regional cooperation in this area.” Victor Galciuc, Defence Minister of the Republic of Moldova
course, OAS regional workshop on PSSM
In 2020, AMAT carried out assessment missions in Moldova and Mauritania and provided recommendations that resulted in
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