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SINGAPORE’S EXPLANATION OF VOTE ON “IMPLEMENTATION OF THE CONVENTION ON CLUSTER MUNITIONS” AT THE FIRST COMMITTEE, 73rd UNGA, 6 NOVEMBER 2018

6 November 2018

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1                   Thank you, Mr Chairman.

2                   I am taking the floor to explain my delegation’s vote in favour of the resolution on “Implementation of the Convention on Cluster Munitions”, L.39. Our position on cluster munitions has been clear and open.

3                   Singapore voted in favour of the resolution on “Implementation of the Convention on Cluster Munitions”, as we support initiatives against the indiscriminate use of cluster munitions, especially when directed at innocent and defenceless civilians. With this in mind, Singapore declared an indefinite moratorium in November 2008 on the export of cluster munitions. We also support the work of the Convention on Cluster Munitions by regularly attending the Meetings of the States Parties to the Convention.

4                   Like several other countries, Singapore firmly believes that the legitimate security concerns and the right to self-defence of any State cannot be disregarded. A blanket ban on all types of cluster munitions may therefore be run counter to this.

5                   Singapore supports the international efforts to resolve the humanitarian concerns over cluster munitions. We will continue to work with members of the international community towards a durable and truly global solution.


6        I thank you, Mr Chairman.

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