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FRS is implementing an EU-funded project on the HCoC and ballistic missile proliferation. Find out more here
Latest events
A new virtual event was held on 5 & 6 April 2022 to engage on the Hague Code of Conduct with delegations from 7 ASEAN countries.
On 17 February 2022, Katarzyna Kubiak discussed her recently published paper on how open source intelligence can be mobilised to track missile development, and therefore contribute to the goal pursued by the Hague Code of Conduct.
On 23 November 2021, the FRS and representatives from the government of the Democratic Republic of Congo discussed over ballistic missile proliferation and the role of the Hague Code of Conduct. This event took the form of a hybrid event with representatives of RDC gathering in Kinshasa and experts from FRS, the EU, the Argentinian Chair, Austria and UNREC presenting virtually.
This virtual Side Event was organised on 13 October 2021 on the Margins of the UNGA First Committee.
LATEST PUBLICATIONS
2022
The Hague Code of Conduct and Space
This paper considers the dual approach of the Code by analysing the similarities between launchers and ballistic missiles in light of new technical developments, and assessing the risk of missile technology proliferation. It also assesses the new trends and developments in the space sector that may have an impact on the ability of the HCoC to remain relevant in its efforts to curb the proliferation of ballistic launchers.
2022
The Hague Code of Conduct in the Middle East
The HCoC holds special significance in the Middle East as the region is fraught with the development of ballistic arsenals, the use of missiles on the battlefield and the proliferation of such systems towards both states and non-state actors. Moreover, several ballistic missile programmes have been closely associated with WMD acquisition.
2021
Harnessing Transparency Potential for Missile Non-Proliferation
Information is key for non-proliferation efforts. But the times when information was the exclusive purview of governments are over. Affordable, commercial and open-source monitoring capabilities empower states and societies alike, while challenging the ability of governments to preserve secrecy. Technological democratisation means that information is practically becoming a public good. And it allows for unprecedented transparency.
News about the Code
2021
Argentina takes over HCoC chairmanship for 2021-2022
On July 7-8, Switzerland officially handed over the Chairmanship of The Hague Code of Conduct to Argentina during the 20th Annual Regular Meeting of subscribing states in Vienna. The meeting was an opportunity to recall the work done during the Swiss Chairmanship and to announce the objectives of the incoming Argentinian Chairmanship, including the organisation of a meeting marking the 20th anniversary of the Code.
2021
A Tribute to Michael Elleman
The HCoC Project Team wishes to pay tribute to Michael Elleman, who passed away on 20 February 2021, and extend their condolences to his family.
2020
New UN General Assembly Resolution in support of the HCoC
On 7 December 2020, the UNGA adopted A/RES/75/60 by a recorded vote of 176 in favour to 1 against with 10 abstentions. This text was adopted with the highest number of votes in favour since the first such resolution, in 2004.
2020
A Tribute to Professor Dennis Gormley
The HCoC Project Team wishes to pay tribute to Dennis M. Gormley, who passed away on 19 October 2020, and extend their condolences to his family.
