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- Commemoration of the 1988 Halabja Chemical Weapons Attack Statement by OPCW Director-General, Fernando Arias
- OPCW releases landmark report on AI and the Chemical Weapons Convention New scientific assessment highlights how artificial intelligence could reshape chemistry, verification, and chemical security
- Japan contributes nearly €200,000 to strengthen OPCW activities The contribution will support the Organisation’s work in Syria and Ukraine
- Republic of Korea provides €83,000 to enhance OPCW activities Voluntary contribution will support OPCW’s work in Syria and the 15th Workshop on the Peaceful Development and Use of Chemistry
- Philippines contributes €15,000 to strengthen OPCW activities in Syria The contribution will reinforce the OPCW’s ongoing efforts to support Syria in fulfilling its obligations under the Chemical Weapons Convention
- OPCW strengthens chemical emergency preparedness in Latin America and the Caribbean From hands-on training to regional exercises, the OPCW equips first responders with the skills and knowledge needed for effective chemical emergency response
