Category: Conflict and arms

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Conflict and arms control are two closely related topics that have been discussed for decades. Conflict is defined as a struggle or clash between opposing forces, while arms control is the regulation of the development, production, stockpiling, and use of weapons.

The global arms control landscape has changed dramatically in recent years, with the emergence of new technologies and the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction. The United Nations has been at the forefront of efforts to reduce the risk of conflict and arms proliferation

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