Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW)

The Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW) is an international body established to oversee the implementation of the Chemical Weapons Convention (CWC), which aims to eliminate chemical weapons worldwide. Founded in 1997 and based in The Hague, Netherlands, the OPCW promotes the peaceful use of chemistry, verifies the destruction of chemical weapons, and helps countries comply with the treaty. It also provides technical assistance and training to member states, enhancing their capacity to prevent chemical weapon use and respond to incidents. The OPCW has received the Nobel Peace Prize for its efforts in promoting global security.