VOICED: Abidjan hosts flourishing trade in automatic weapons

The video discusses the aftermath of the 2011 post-electoral violence in Ivory Coast, highlighting the widespread possession of weapons among civilians. It explores the illegal weapon trade in Abidjan and the government's efforts to collect and destroy these weapons. Despite a UN arms embargo, many weapons remain in circulation. The UN supports disarmament efforts and calls for a national policy to address weapon proliferation.

What measures are being taken to encourage civilians to surrender their weapons?

Describe the role of the UN in addressing the arms situation in Ivory Coast.