2013 Arms Trade Treaty - Factsheet

Factsheet explaining the provisions of the Arms Trade Treaty (ATT). In particular, the following questions are addressed: what is the object and purpose of the ATT? To what arms does the ATT apply? To what transactions does the ATT apply? What arms transfer criteria does the ATT impose? What must States do to become party to the ATT? What must States do to implement the ATT? What support is available for adherence and implementation?