Convention on Certain Conventional Weapons (CCW)

The Convention on Certain Conventional Weapons (CCW) is an international treaty aimed at limiting the use of specific weapons and tactics that can cause unnecessary suffering or widespread harm during armed conflicts. It sets rules for weapons like landmines, booby traps, incendiary devices, and blinding lasers to protect civilians and combatants from undue injury. The CCW encourages transparency and negotiations among countries to enhance humanitarian protections while balancing military needs. It is complemented by protocols that specify restrictions and guidelines to reduce the humanitarian impact of these weapons.