193 nations meet in New York this week to discuss an arms treaty . The United Nations wants the trade of conventional weapons regulated . In November 2010 , Gbagbo lost in a presidential election , to rival Alassane Ouattara , but refused to cede power . But some countries are pushing for a ban on all types of military equipment that can be used by governments, including tanks, fighter jets and missiles. The nations could not come to an agreement in July 2012 .
193 nations meet in New York this week to discuss an arms treaty . The United Nations wants the trade of conventional weapons regulated . But some countries are pushing for a ban on all types of military equipment that can be used by governments, including tanks, fighter jets and missiles. The nations could not come to an agreement in July 2012 .