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- OPCW Director-General receives U.S. Assistant Secretary of State for Bureau of Arms Control, Deterrence and Stability Discussion focuses on the importance of upholding the norm against chemical weapons
- OPCW Director-General meets Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister for Legal and International Affairs Discussion focuses on the way forward in implementing the Convention and providing adequate medical care for victims of chemical weapons attacks
- 2023 OPCW Associates Programme concludes The intensive nine-week programme for young and mid-career professionals focuses on enhancing international cooperation in promoting peaceful uses of chemistry
- OPCW Conference of the States Parties opens OPCW Member States meet for annual Conference to review progress in the implementation of the Chemical Weapons Convention, address challenges and mark the path forward
- 2023 OPCW-The Hague Award recipients announced Award recognises efforts of individuals and organisations contributing significantly to OPCW priority areas
- OPCW forum in Barbados enhances national implementation of the Chemical Weapons Convention The forum strengthened collaboration and understanding of the Convention among OPCW Member States in the Caribbean region
