Stop Killer Robots Pacific

Stop Killer Robots Pacific We seek a pre-emptive ban on lethal autonomous weapons systems with a Pacific perspective and voice.

In the face of escalating advancements, the region is once again becoming a potential hotspot where the boundaries o...
31/05/2023

In the face of escalating advancements, the region is once again becoming a potential hotspot where the boundaries of ethical warfare are tested.

A recent press release from the UK government regarding the deal sheds light on the integration of AI and autonomy into military operations, raising profound concerns regarding the proliferation of systems.

The press release highlights the deployment of swarms for detection and tracking purposes. If swarms are weaponised, they could transform into weapons of mass destruction. They have potential to inflict harm on a large scale without robust control mechanisms. Any mishap would have catastrophic consequences.

Although the AUKUS deal aims to foster security and stability in the region, it serves as a stark reminder of the growing presence and potential threat posed by autonomous weapons.

Sign the petition to call on leaders to launch negotiations to regulate the development and use of autonomous weapons to ensure that the future of the Pacific region is defined by peace and security.

Petition:
https://www.amnesty.org/en/petition/stop-killer-robots/

Full press release:
https://www.gov.uk/government/news/world-first-as-uk-hosts-inaugural-aukus-ai-and-autonomy-trial?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=659168b0-26bb-4236-8e07-2be18383d22c&utm_content=immediately

Increasing militarisation of Asia and Oceania is reflected in defence expenditure from 2000-2022.The region has been a s...
10/05/2023

Increasing militarisation of Asia and Oceania is reflected in defence expenditure from 2000-2022.

The region has been a site of increased geopolitical tensions between global powers. Taiwan and its allies are threatened by China’s territorial claim to the country. China’s territorial claims are also expanding to the South China Sea which holds significant trade and strategic importance globally. And peaceful Pacific Island nations are once again part of a geopolitical conflict between global powers seeking influence in the region.

An arms race is on. Asia and Oceania’s share of total global military expenditure increased by 10%, from 17% to 27% between 2000-2022.

Powers vying for influence in the Pacific Islands are also investing in killer robots and blocking progress towards a legally binding instrument which regulates the development and use of this new weapons technology.

While it is unclear what share of military spending is going towards the acquisition of autonomous weapons systems, judging by these numbers alone it seems that the presence of these types of weapons in the Pacific region is becoming more and more likely.

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