Frequently Asked Question on the UNGA Resolution on Autonomous Weapons Systems

A resolution on Autonomous Weapons Systems (AWS) will be tabled at the First Committee of the 78th Session of the United Nations General Assembly in October 2023. The resolution requests the United Nations Secretary-General to seek the views of states and stakeholders on addressing the legal, ethical, humanitarian, and security risks posed by AWS. This document provides brief answers to some frequently asked questions on the issue.