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OPCW

@OPCW

Official account of the Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons. #NobelPeacePrize laureate for 2013.

The Hague, the Netherlands

opcw.org

Born April 29

Joined November 2010

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Jun 10
How is drone technology reshaping chemical security? 🌍 Experts from various organisations had the opportunity to explore how this technology could impact the implementation of the #ChemicalWeaponsConvention at an OPCW technical workshop. As drones become more accessible and
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Jun 9
‍👨‍🔬👩‍🔬🛡️ How do OPCW inspectors stay safe when handling toxic chemicals? By following strict procedures, medical checks, intensive training and using specialised protective gear. From basic equipment to airtight suits, inspectors are ready for any scenario. Every step ensures
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Jun 8
День русского языка | 6 июня 🌍📚 На русском языке говорят более 250 миллионов человек. Это один из шести официальных языков ООН, сохраняющий ключевое значение в международном общении и литературе. Многоязычие важно для ОЗХО, поэтому наши разъяснительные видеоролики доступны на
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«Основные факты об ОЗХО»
«Основные факты об ОЗХО» — это серия видеороликов, в которых изложены основополагающие сведения о Конвенции о химическом оружии и о работе Организации по зап...
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Jun 5
Today is #WorldEnvironmentDay 🌍 The OPCW supports global efforts to protect people and the planet by helping countries safely manage toxic chemicals and eliminate chemical weapons. The Chemical Weapons Convention affirms that the highest priority must be given to the safety of
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Jun 4
🔎 How are chemical forensics and Artificial Intelligence (AI) supporting OPCW's work in implementing the #ChemicalWeaponsConvention, and how can these tools help shape chemical science? Last month, OPCW's Science Advisory Board held a meeting and highlighted two reports on both
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Jun 3
🌍Calling all aspiring young chemists in the Asian region! Join OPCW's youth education and training programme and learn more about the #ChemicalWeaponsConvention and the benefits of the peaceful uses of chemistry. 📅 Register by 12 June 2026 🔗: visitopcw.org/49uPsCM 🎯 To
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Jun 2
OPCW and Malaysia brought together government officials and industry representatives from across Asia and other regions for an innovative, hands-on training to strengthen chemical industry inspections. A novel component of the training was a mock exercise conducted at an
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Jun 1
🛡️How can countries strengthen preparedness for chemical emergencies before they happen? The OPCW and Sri Lanka’s National Authority for the Implementation of the Chemical Weapons Convention trained 24 participants from 14 Asian countries in Colombo on chemical emergency
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May 28
"Chemical emergencies may be rare, but when they do occur, every second counts." First responders and healthcare personnel from 23 countries came together for #CHEMEXGRULAC — the OPCW's first large-scale multi-component chemical emergency exercise in Latin America and the
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May 27
An OPCW expert team has discovered a significant amount of undeclared chemical weapons and related materials and documentation in the course of its ongoing deployment in the Syrian Arab Republic. OPCW Director-General Arias commends Syria’s continued commitment to the Chemical
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May 21
Chemical weapons have no place in the world today. Since 1997, OPCW Member States have worked together to destroy all declared chemical weapons stockpiles and in July 2023, this goal was reached. Learn about how this was achieved. Watch the full video 👇
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May 20
🇸🇮 #Slovenia has contributed EUR 50,000 to support the OPCW in carrying out its mandate related to the Syrian Arab Republic and Ukraine. 🔗Read more: visitopcw.org/49e34C7
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May 20
🇦🇲#Armenia reaffirms its support for OPCW activities through voluntary contributions to the Trust Fund for Training and the Trust Fund for Syria Missions. 🔗Read more: visitopcw.org/4a27sEz
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