A/79/88

Secretary-General’s report on lethal autonomous weapons systems

Why it matters: It is the most comprehensive official UN compilation of government and stakeholder positions on autonomous weapons.

The report compiled submissions from , observer States, international and regional organizations, the ICRC, civil society, academia and industry pursuant to A/RES/78/241. It presents differing views on legal sufficiency, , prohibitions, restrictions and the appropriate negotiating forum. The report does not itself establish a negotiated UN position.

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It is the most comprehensive official UN compilation of government and stakeholder positions on autonomous weapons.

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Peace & Security

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Development & Policy

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Human Rights

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Data & Digital

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Front Office

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OPGA

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Builders

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Permanent Missions

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Significance
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Track
Peace & Security
Duty station
New York
Body
Secretariat · GA First Committee

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