News
- OPCW Africa Programme Steering Committee welcomes progress in Programme implementation Programme focuses on needs of African Member States to implement the Chemical Weapons Convention
- Regional trainings enhance first responder capacity to respond to chemical emergencies in Asia Assistance and protection courses organised in the Republic of Korea and in Bangladesh
- Minister of Foreign Affairs of Finland Visits OPCW Headquarters The visit highlighted Finland’s steadfast commitment to and strong support for the implementation of the Chemical Weapons Convention
- Slovakia contributes €20,000 to support OPCW assistance and protection programmes Voluntary contribution will support ongoing assistance and protection programmes, including activities related to Ukraine
- OPCW-The Hague Award open for nominations Award honours efforts of individuals and organisations working towards a world free of chemical weapons
- United Kingdom contributes £500,000 to support OPCW mission Voluntary contribution will fund projects to counter chemical threats, build capacity, and strengthen implementation of the Chemical Weapons Convention
- Ecuador hosts chemical emergency simulation training for first responders Regional training expands chemical emergency management response capabilities in Latin America and the Caribbean
- OPCW training targets women in analytical chemistry Training programme delivers foundational knowledge for female practitioners analysing chemicals relevant to the Chemical Weapons Convention
- Statement by the Director-General of the OPCW, Fernando Arias, to commemorate the 35th anniversary of the 1987 chemical weapons attack on Sardasht, Iran
- First responders from west Africa enhance chemical emergency response capabilities Training prepares first responders to better protect populations during a chemical emergency
- Train-the-trainer course prepares instructors to teach chemical emergency response Practical training covers chemical emergency response and diverse teaching techniques
- OPCW training strengthens capacities of analytical chemists in Africa Modern analytical methods essential in upholding the Chemical Weapons Convention
