Anti-personnel landmines continue to threaten individuals, communities and livelihoods around the world. Mines, and the fear of mines, prevent the safe and productive use of land, road and other infrastructure, posing a serious obstacle to the delivery of humanitarian aid, safe return of refugees, post-conflict reconstruction and sustainable development. The injuries they cause place a strain on families, communities and health facilities and seriously hinder economic progress.

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