OPCW News July 2024

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OPCW launches €260,000 Artificial Intelligence Research Challenge

The Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW) launched a crowdsourcing challenge for researchers and scientists from all OPCW Member States to propose innovative artificial intelligence (AI) systems and approaches that could be used by the Organisation to enhance its capabilities and support adaptation towards future challenges. The deadline for submissions is 16:00 CET on 9 August 2024.

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France strengthens commitment to global chemical weapons ban with over €900,000 contributions to OPCW activities

The funds will support regional preparedness, civil society engagement, and bolster fact-finding efforts to uphold international norms against chemical weapons.

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OPCW Director-General addresses AI and WMDs conference and meets senior officials in Berlin

The Director-General called for continuous discussion to ensure Artificial Intelligence does not undermine but enhances international arms control.

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OPCW concludes technical assistance visit in Ukraine

The experts from the OPCW delivered non-military detection and protection equipment and trained 20 experts from the Ukrainian State Emergency Service.

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Republic of Korea provides €50,000 to support OPCW Conference on role of AI in Chemical Weapons Convention implementation

The upcoming global AI conference will convene scientists, industry, and policymakers to examine challenges and opportunities posed by artificial intelligence in chemical disarmament and non-proliferation.

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New OPCW Designated Laboratory established in Africa

Algeria’s National Institute of Criminalistics and Criminology joins the OPCW’s global Designated Laboratories network, bolstering chemical security across the continent and contributing to international non-proliferation efforts.

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Germany provides €65,000 to support OPCW Conference on role of AI in Chemical Weapons Convention implementation

The upcoming global AI conference will convene scientists, industry, and policymakers to examine challenges and opportunities posed by artificial intelligence in chemical disarmament and non-proliferation.

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