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| A NOTE ON THE PEACEKEEPER AS DEMINER |
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Landmines threaten civilians and cause economic and social devastatation in countries recovering from conflicts.
Peacekeepers often carry out a range of mine clearance activities. These include mine surveys and mapping; establishment of databases; removal of mines; training for local deminers and national mine clearance institutions; and organization of mine awareness campaigns. The goal of the UN mine action campaigns is to build a national capacity in mine-affected countries for the long-term task of clearing mines and rehabilitation. For further information, click here |
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