Working together for a world
free of chemical weapons
As the implementing body for the Chemical Weapons Convention,
the OPCW, with its 193 Member States, oversees the global endeavour
to permanently and verifiably eliminate chemical weapons.
Recent News
All News- Experts from OPCW Member States Enhance Skills in Sampling and Analysis of Highly Toxic Chemicals First responders undergo advanced training to manage toxic chemical agents in complex high-risk environments
- Annual Meeting of Representatives of the Chemical Industry and National Authorities Eleventh iteration focuses on dialogue to improve the verification of chemical industrial activities and to enhance vigilance on emerging technologies such as Artificial Intelligence (AI)
- Training Course on Medical Aspects of Assistance and Protection against Chemical Weapons Effective response to chemical threats requires well-trained professionals to be prepared to handle medical management
- Joint Press Release by the OPCW and Morocco’s National Authority for the CWC on Global Conference on AI in CWC Implementation
- 2024 OPCW Associate Programme concludes in the Hague The intensive nine-week programme for professionals from Member States whose economies are developing or in transition focuses on various aspects of the implementation of the Chemical Weapons Convention
- Pacific region strengthens customs control over toxic chemicals at OPCW Conference Key conference conclusions emphasise the relevance of the Chemical Weapons Convention, regional cooperation, and capacity building to counter illicit toxic chemicals trade