Weapons that think must not decide: Enforcing meaningful human control in warfare

Meaningful human control (MHC) is key to ensuring autonomous weapons systems (AWS), (especially those capable of applying lethal force) remain accountable and compliant with International Humanitarian Law. Although a shared agreement seems to have emerged around the term’s relevance among stakeholders, differences remain over the exact scope of ‘meaningfulness’ concerning human control. This poster illustrates three actionable steps to implement MHC in order to establish clear red lines of responsibility, as well as minimise risks to human life and dignity in situations of conflict.