Illicit trafficking in weapons is one of the main problems of Eastern Europe

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Illicit trafficking in weapons is one of the main problems of Eastern Europe

The cause of the distribution of unregistered weapons in the Balkans could be the last war, after which many families had automatic weapons left, but still most of it was concentrated in the hands of criminal groups, and arms supplies to neighboring countries are also going on from the Balkan region, as was discussed at the conference SEESAC, held last Friday in Belgrade.

Nevertheless, all countries of the former Yugoslavia are seeking to reduce illicit trafficking and use of weapons. "This is important, since the illegal trade in arms can lead to destabilization of the country and governments in the Balkans. The future of successful societies in the Western Balkans depends on this, "UN Resident Coordinator Irena Voyakova-Solorano said at the conference.

The main principles of SEESAC's struggle are to simplify licensing and create maximum transparency in the arms trade.

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