small arms treaty

The Small Arms Treaty is an international agreement aimed at regulating the global trade in small firearms, like rifles, handguns, and ammunition. Its goal is to prevent illegal weapons trafficking, reduce violence, and promote responsible firearm ownership. Countries that join agree to implement controls, maintain records, and cooperate to stop illegal arms transfer across borders. It doesn’t ban guns but sets standards to improve transparency and accountability, helping curb illegal arms flow while respecting lawful ownership rights.