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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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🌏Calling aspiring professionals from Asia! Discover career opportunities with the #OPCW and learn how you can contribute to a world #FreeofChemicalWeapons. 🗓️ When: 25 June 2026, 11:00 am - 12:30 pm CEST ➡️ Details & register: visitopcw.org/4gtiPtf 🎯 To join this online
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Jun 17
Today marks 1⃣0️⃣1️⃣ years since the Geneva Protocol was signed, banning the use of chemical and biological weapons in war. This historic agreement paved the way for the world's most successful disarmament treaty, the hashtag#ChemicalWeaponsConvention (CWC). Read more about
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Jun 16
How can scientists apply policy and diplomacy on disarmament? During an OPCW–UNODA workshop, experts explored how to translate scientific knowledge into action on chemical and biological #disarmament. As science and technology advance at an unprecedented pace, the demand for
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Jun 12
How is #AI transforming chemistry — and what does it mean for chemical industry professionals? At the 2026 Seoul Workshop on the Peaceful Development and Use of Chemistry, organised by the #OPCW and the Republic of Korea, 21 chemical industry experts explored how artificial
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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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