News
- OPCW organises analytical chemistry course in partnership with Indian Institute of Chemical Technology Course strengthens national capacities for analysis of chemicals relevant to Chemical Weapons Convention, targeting chemistry professionals from countries with developing economies
- On 25th anniversary of OPCW, Director-General meets with German Minister of Foreign Affairs; attends launch of think tank Director-General meets in Berlin with Foreign Minister, other high-level officials; delivers remarks at launch event for think tank to strengthen global norm against chemical and biological weapons.
- OPCW holds online forum to promote chemical knowledge and advance peaceful uses of chemistry Forum serves as a platform for participating chemists and scientists to build a culture of chemical safety and security through expert presentations, sharing of lessons learned, and best practices
- Assistance and protection training organised for first responders from Latin America and the Caribbean First responders enhance capabilities in emergency response to chemical incidents
- OPCW Director-General meets with Undersecretary of Defence of Italy Discussions focused on preventing the re-emergence of chemical weapons and supporting the use of chemistry for technological and economic development
- Bilateral Visits programme strengthens implementation of the Chemical Weapons Convention Visits between National Authorities facilitate knowledge sharing and support cooperation
- France contributes €2.2M to OPCW voluntary trust funds Funds will support training and capacity building in response to chemical weapons incidents, Syria missions and annual Women in Chemistry Symposium
- Statement on Ukraine from the OPCW spokesperson
- OPCW Director-General meets with Minister of Foreign Affairs of Bolivia Bilateral discussions focused on progress towards full implementation of the Chemical Weapons Convention and the role of the OPCW ChemTech Centre in addressing future challenges
- Training prepares next generation to uphold the Chemical Weapons Convention Next generation of chemistry professionals learn about chemical safety and security management; build relationships for future careers in chemistry and disarmament
- OPCW supports development of guidelines for road transport of hazardous chemicals Safe transport of hazardous chemicals key to preventing chemical accidents that could threaten public safety
- Nurses in Panama increase capacity to treat victims exposed to chemical substances Frontline healthcare workers critical in caring for victims of chemical warfare agents or toxic industrial chemicals