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Stockholm Convention Secretariat

The Stockholm Convention Secretariat is the administrative body responsible for supporting the global treaty aimed at eliminating or reducing hazardous chemicals known as persistent organic pollutants (POPs). It facilitates coordination among countries, manages communication, and supports implementation efforts. The Secretariat helps ensure that nations adhere to their commitments, provides technical and policy guidance, and promotes information sharing and capacity building to protect human health and the environment from these dangerous chemicals.