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.
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OPCW workshop on Chemical Weapons Convention and peaceful uses of chemistry takes place in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
The workshop encouraged youth to take up careers in chemistry and chemical non-proliferation.
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Statement on Ukraine from the OPCW Spokesperson
This statement on allegations of use of toxic chemicals on the territory of Ukraine since February 2022 is attributable to the spokesperson for the Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW).
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OPCW strengthens legislative and regulatory framework on chemical security in Africa
The Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW) and South Africa’s National Authority for the Chemical Weapons Convention held a regional workshop on Best Practices in the Development of Legislative and Regulatory Framework on Chemical Security for African countries from 10 to 12 April 2024 in Pretoria, South Africa.
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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.
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OPCW-The Hague Award 2024 open for nominations
The award honours efforts of individuals and organisations working towards a world free of chemical weapons.
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OPCW Director-General meets Minister of Interior of the State of Palestine
The discussion focused on the importance of upholding the norm against chemical weapons.
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OPCW Director-General meets European Union Special Envoy for Non-Proliferation and Disarmament
The discussion highlighted the importance of upholding the norm against chemical weapons and advancing effective implementation of the Convention.
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Portuguese-speaking countries advance chemical emergency preparedness
The OPCW training builds stronger chemical emergency response capabilities to better protect populations.
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