Treaties on chemical warfare

Treaties on chemical warfare are international agreements designed to prohibit the development, production, and use of chemicals specifically intended for harming or killing people. The most significant of these is the Chemical Weapons Convention (CWC), established in 1997, which aims to eliminate chemical weapons completely. Countries that join these treaties commit to destroying existing stockpiles and prevent the future use of such weapons. These agreements promote disarmament and enhance global security by fostering cooperation among nations to avoid chemical warfare, which poses severe health risks and ethical concerns in conflicts.