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- Kuwait contributes €70,000 to support OPCW Scientific Advisory Board Contribution will be used to enhance ongoing work of OPCW Scientific Advisory Board
- OPCW Director-General receives UK’s FCDO Director for Defence and International Security Discussion focuses on OPCW’s organisational priorities following the end of destruction of all declared chemical weapons stockpiles
- OPCW adopts measures to ensure compliance with chemical weapons ban in Syria and elsewhere Conference decides on collective measures to restrict chemical transfers to Syria, support international investigative mechanisms, and bolster efforts to address future chemical threats
- 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
