Greening Mine Action in Armenia as a Component of Sustainable Development in the Economy of the Country

Authors

Vaghinak Sargsyan, Center for Humanitarian Demining and ExpertiseFollow

Abstract

Contamination in Armenia stems from the long-term conflict with Azerbaijan, affecting four out of eleven regions in Armenia: Tavoush region, Syunik region, Gexarquniq region, and Vayots Dzor region. The contamination covers an area of more than 42 km2, with more than 10 km2 confirmed hazardous areas and over 31 km2 suspected hazardous areas. Land affected includes pasture (66 percent), arable (22 percent), and forest (12 percent). There are 805 registered victims of landmine and explosive remnants of war (ERW) incidents. Additionally, among the 120,000 displaced Karabakh Armenians, more than 700 are survivors of landmines and ERW, many of whom find themselves in a socially vulnerable position.

Recommended Citation

Sargsyan, Vaghinak (2024) "Greening Mine Action in Armenia as a Component of Sustainable Development in the Economy of the Country," The Journal of Conventional Weapons Destruction: Vol. 28 : Iss. 3 , Article 11.
Available at: https://commons.lib.jmu.edu/cisr-journal/vol28/iss3/11