This briefing paper provides more in-depth background information on autonomous weapons systems, international discussions so far, and some key challenges and considerations they raise ahead of the 12-13 May informal consultations on autonomous weapons systems in New York.

Armed conflict inflicted excruciating levels of violence on children in 2024, according to a new report of the UN Secretary-General on Children and Armed Conflict published today.

Workshop: The international Workshop Democracy between regression, resilience and vitality will be held on June 19-20, 2025 at SPGI Department (Sala Seminari 1, via del santo 28, Padova).

19 - 23 Jun. 2025. The annual Dialogue on Action for Climate Empowerment (ACE) provides a regular forum for Parties and other stakeholders to share their experiences, exchange ideas, good practices, and lessons learned regarding the implementation of Article 6 of the Convention and Article 12 of the Paris Agreement through its six elements – climate change education and public awareness, training,