NGOs press for comprehensive Arms Trade Treaty

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Negotiations are currently under way at the United Nations on the scope and detail of a global Arms Trade Treaty.

Activists hope for a comprehensive treaty that covers all classes of weapons from small arms such as handguns up to large weaponry such as tanks and warships, including any enabling parts such as ammunition.

Countries such as the United States baulk at the idea of "shall not" language being included in the treaty, instead opting for a more voluntary system.

Others, such as Egypt have resisted including ammunition in the treaty.

A couple of months ago Brisbane Line brought you a story about the proposed treaty.

Ben Murphy once again spoke to Brisbane Line reporter Steven Riggall about the issue.