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-The Hague Award 2024 open for nominations Award honours efforts of individuals and organisations working towards a world free of chemical weapons
- Canada contributes over two million Canadian dollars to support OPCW missions in Syria and activities in Ukraine Canada’s contribution will support OPCW in implementing its mandate related to the Syrian Arab Republic and enhance its ongoing assistance and protection activities related to Ukraine
- OPCW strengthens legislative and regulatory framework on chemical security in Africa
- Statement on Ukraine from the OPCW Spokesperson
- OPCW workshop on Chemical Weapons Convention and peaceful uses of chemistry encourages youth to take up careers in chemistry and chemical non-proliferation
- First responders from English-speaking African countries enhance chemical emergency preparedness Training delivered under Article X of the Chemical Weapons Convention assists English-speaking OPCW Member States in Africa in building stronger chemical emergency response capabilities to better protect populations