The AU meeting was hosted by the Regional Centre on Small Arms (RECSA) in Nairobi, Kenya. The Members presented briefs on their activities, highlighting key achievements and challenges in the fight against illicit SALW. On its part, the AU Commission presented updates on the implementation of the AU Disarmament, Demobilization and Reintegration Capacity Program (DDRCP), highlighting achievements, lessons learned and challenges ahead. The Commission also presented on the fight against illicit proliferation and trafficking of SALW, steps towards the signature and ratification of the ATT and preparations in support of Member States’ participation at the Fifth Biennial Meeting of States to Consider the Implementation of the UNPoA.