Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW)

20/10/2026

Scientific progress must continue to be matched by responsible stewardship.

Speaking at the Royal Society of Chemistry in London, OPCW Director-General Sabrina Dallafior highlighted that preventing the re-emergence of chemical weapons is a shared responsibility.

Through science, responsible innovation, and international cooperation, the OPCW, the scientific community, and States Parties can ensure chemistry continues to serve humanity, not harm it.

13/10/2026

Director-General Sabrina Dallafior and Syrian Foreign Minister al-Shaibani met today in Damascus.

Discussions focused on the tangible progress being made in addressing the Assad-era chemical weapons programme. Practical cooperation between the OPCW and Syria, including the recent destruction of 42 aerial bombs, demonstrates successful multilateralism in action.

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The OPCW Director-General Sabrina Dallafior met with the Syrian Minister of Foreign Affairs Asaad al-Shaibani in Damascus

13/10/2026

How can we harness ’s potential to strengthen chemical safety and security while preventing its misuse?

At a workshop co-organised by the OPCW and China in Hangzhou, experts from 28 OPCW Member States explored AI’s opportunities, risks and responsible use in support of the .

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International workshop in Hangzhou focuses on trustworthy AI, chemical safety and security, and implementation of the Chemical Weapons Convention

12/10/2026

📣 We’re hiring a new Head of Strategic Communications!

Help shape how the OPCW communicates its mission for a .

The OPCW is seeking an experienced communications leader to head its Public Affairs Branch, lead a diverse team and serve as the Organisation’s spokesperson. You will drive the OPCW’s communications strategy across media relations, digital engagement and public outreach, and advise senior leadership on reputation management, crisis communications and information integrity.

Join a Nobel Peace Prize-winning international organisation and help strengthen its voice, reach and engagement with stakeholders worldwide.

📍 The Hague, Netherlands
📅 Apply by 20 November 2026
🔗 Learn more and apply: https://visitopcw.org/3Uha3pD

09/10/2026

📢 The 113th Session of the Executive Council has concluded.

Throughout the week, States Parties engaged in substantive discussions and took important decisions that will help advance the implementation of the and support preparations for the upcoming Conference of the States Parties.

Find all documents here ➡️ https://visitopcw.org/4iddOFy

06/10/2026

The 113th Session of the Executive Council is underway.

In her opening remarks, Director-General Sabrina Dallafior reaffirmed the OPCW's commitment to preventing the re-emergence of chemical weapons and ensuring the remains effective in a rapidly evolving global environment.

Her full statement ➡️ https://visitopcw.org/47EnliW

06/10/2026

Today is day 1️⃣ of the 113th Session of the OPCW Executive Council.

Find public documents here: https://visitopcw.org/4hOuKRH

05/10/2026

📣 We're hiring a communications intern at the OPCW!

Join the OPCW’s Public Affairs Branch in The Hague and contribute to an international organisation working towards a world

This three- to six-month internship offers hands-on experience across digital communications, multimedia production, and public outreach and is ideal for candidates looking to build a career in international communications.


📅 Apply by 16 October 2026
👉 Learn more: https://visitopcw.org/47GoDdb

02/10/2026

🗓 The 113th Session of the OPCW Executive Council ( ) will be held next week, 6-9 October.

▶️ Learn about the EC and its role in promoting effective implementation of the Chemical Weapons Convention.

01/10/2026

Chemical emergencies require coordination, trust, and preparedness.

Through a joint OPCW-Brazil training programme, responders from eight Portuguese-speaking countries strengthened the skills, partnerships and coordination needed to respond safely and effectively to chemical incidents.

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Across borders, ports, and emergency response services, preparedness for chemical incidents depends on trained personnel and strong coordination. Through a joint OPCW-Brazil training programme, participants from eight Portuguese-speaking countries strengthened the skills and networks needed to respo...