ARMAC would like to express its sincere appreciation to the Philippines, as current Chair of the ARMAC Steering Committee, for chairing today’s meeting and providing continued leadership and guidance to the ongoing process. We also wish to convey our appreciation to Malaysia for its valuable contributions and leadership during its previous Chairmanship, which helped advance and support the continuity of the discussions.

The meeting provided an opportunity to exchange views on humanitarian mine action, including innovation and technology, information management, risk education tools, and capacity-building efforts. ARMAC values such engagements as part of its continued efforts to strengthen dialogue, partnership, and cooperation in support of peace and safety.