UK Delegation to the OPCW (@UK

UK Delegation to the OPCW

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UK Delegation to the OPCW

@UK_OPCW

Official account of the #UK Delegation to the Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons ( @OPCW )

The Hague, Netherlands

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Joined March 2017

UK Delegation to the OPCW reposted
OPCW
@OPCW
Jun 24
The perspectives and expertise that women bring to diplomacy are essential for advancing the implementation of the Chemical Weapons Convention. On #WomenInDiplomacy day, and every day, OPCW recognises the invaluable contributions and significant impact of women in international
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UK Delegation to the OPCW reposted
UK Special Representative for Syria
@UKSyriaRep
May 29
The discovery of previously undeclared Assad-era chemical weapons is an important step towards addressing one of the darkest legacies of the conflict. 🇬🇧 welcomes the cooperation between Syrian authorities & @OPCW. A Syria free of CWs means a safer future for Syria’s people.
OPCW
@OPCW
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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UK Delegation to the OPCW reposted
Chris Rampling
@crampling
May 29
The discovery of undeclared Assad-era chemical weapons is a significant development for Syrian & regional security Made possible by the great work between #OPCW & Syria @MhdKatoub A reminder of the importance of @OPCW’s mission to rid the world of CW. 🇬🇧 support will continue
OPCW
@OPCW
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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UK Delegation to the OPCW
@UK_OPCW
Apr 16
✨ Equality in chemistry benefits everyone! 👩‍🔬 Inclusive scientific communities are essential for innovation, growth & security 🌍 Diversity supports the integrity of the #CWC by strengthening expertise, leadership & accountability 👏 @OPCW You have our full support
OPCW
@OPCW
Apr 15
Strengthening gender equity in chemistry makes the world safer. 👩‍🔬👨‍🔬 Empowering women chemists goes beyond inclusion, it builds the expertise needed to uphold the #ChemicalWeaponsConvention and advance the peaceful uses of chemistry. Learn more about the OPCW's work in
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UK Delegation to the OPCW
@UK_OPCW
Apr 9
On 8 April, Syria & members of the Breath of Freedom Task Force 🇨🇦🇫🇷🇩🇪🇶🇦🇹🇷🇬🇧🇺🇸briefed #OPCW states parties on efforts to eradicate Assad's legacy chemical weapons programme. UK will continue to stand with Syria as it eliminates the CW threat to its people and the region.
OPCW
@OPCW
Apr 9
OPCW Director-General Ambassador Fernando Arias yesterday welcomed the launch of the “Breath of Freedom Task Force” calling on the international community to support Syria's efforts to eliminate the remaining elements of its chemical weapons programme. The Task Force is a
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UK Delegation to the OPCW
@UK_OPCW
Apr 7
Today marks 8 years since the Assad regime’s chlorine attack on Douma, Syria We honour the victims & reaffirm our commitment to accountability, international law & the vital work of #OPCW 🇬🇧 will continue working with Syria to verifiably destroy Assad’s CW programme for good
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UK Delegation to the OPCW reposted
UK at the UN 🇬🇧🇺🇳
@UKUN_NewYork
Mar 19
The new Syrian government is working tirelessly to rid the country of the Assad regime’s chemical weapons programme. Through the new Breath of Freedom Task Force, we will continue to work with Syria, the OPCW, and other partners to eradicate the regime’s deadly legacy.
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UK Delegation to the OPCW
@UK_OPCW
Mar 12
Yesterday, the UK Delegation presented the findings of the Dawn Sturgess Inquiry to #OPCW States Parties The impartial & independent Inquiry concluded that Russia was responsible for the Novichok attack that led to the tragic death of Dawn Sturgess 🔗 dawnsturgess.independent-inquiry.uk/publication-of…
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UK Delegation to the OPCW
@UK_OPCW
Mar 12
‼️In 2024, Russia poisoned Alexei Navalny with a highly toxic neuro-toxin, epibatidine ‼️This latest revelation shows Russia's complete disregard for the Chemical Weapons Convention ‼️The international community must take action to address Russia's non-compliance
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UK Delegation to the OPCW
@UK_OPCW
Mar 11
➡️Destroying Assad's legacy CW programme is key for regional security & prosperity ➡️At #EC111, @OPCW & Syria updated States Parties on their accelerated progress & cooperation on the ground ➡️🇬🇧 welcomes progress & will continue to support Syria's work at the #OPCW
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UK Delegation to the OPCW
@UK_OPCW
Mar 11
🇬🇧 #EC111 UK Statement 🔗shorturl.at/kKZkv ▶️UK condemns Russia for poisoning Alexei Navalny with epibatidine, its use of a Novichok agent in Salisbury, & use of toxic chemicals in Ukraine ▶️UK welcomes sustained OPCW & Syrian progress on the destruction of Assad-era CW
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UK Delegation to the OPCW
@UK_OPCW
Mar 10
▶️Four years since the start of Russia's full scale invasion, Ukraine stands strong - even as Russia uses toxic chemicals on the frontlines. ▶️At the #OPCW and beyond, 🇬🇧 will stand with 🇺🇦 for as long as it takes to achieve a just and lasting peace. #EC111 #StandWithUkraine
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UK Delegation to the OPCW
@UK_OPCW
Mar 10
111th #OPCW Executive Council session begins today 🇬🇧 will: ✅ Call out Russia’s use of a deadly toxin (epibatidine) to poison Alexei Navalny ✅ Condemn Russia’s continued CWC violations in Ukraine ✅ Highlight Syrian efforts to destroy remnants of Assad’s CW programme
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