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opcw. org > media-centre > news > 2026 > 04 > opcw-director-general-calls-strengthened-international-efforts-end-syrian

OPCW Director-General calls for strengthened international efforts to end the Syrian chemical weapons dossier

4+ hour, 7+ min ago  (387+ words) Statement welcomes the launch of the "Breath of Freedom Task Force" and stresses urgency of ongoing mission in Syria H. E. Dr Mohamad Katoub, Permanent Representative of the Syrian Arab Republic to the OPCW, addresses Member States during a meeting organised by…...

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opcw. org > media-centre > news > 2026 > 04 > opcw-promotes-gender-equity-chemistry-through-training-female-scientists

OPCW promotes gender equity in chemistry through training for female scientists

9+ hour, 16+ min ago  (315+ words) OPCW hands-on training equips female chemists with advanced laboratory skills to analyse chemicals related to the Convention As part of the OPCW Women in Chemistry Initiative, the annual Basic Analytical Chemistry Course for Women Chemists provided participants with practical skills…...

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opcw. org > media-centre > news > 2026 > 04 > opcw-pilot-programme-strengthens-global-pool-trainers-chemical-emergency

OPCW pilot programme strengthens global pool of trainers for chemical emergency preparedness

1+ week, 5+ hour ago  (597+ words) OPCW and Italy partner to build sustainable capacity in chemical emergency preparedness and response First responders conduct practical field exercises as part of'a pilot capacity-building Training of Trainers programme organised by OPCW and Italy. THE HAGUE, Netherlands2 April 2026 A new group…...

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opcw. org > media-centre > news > 2026 > 03 > japan-contributes-nearly-eu200000-strengthen-opcw-activities

Japan contributes nearly "200, 000 to strengthen OPCW activities

1+ mon, 7+ hour ago  (533+ words) The contribution will support the Organisation's work in Syria and Ukraine Permanent Representative of Japan to the OPCW, H. E. Mr Rokuichiro Michii and OPCW Director-General, Ambassador Fernando Arias THE HAGUE, Netherlands9 March 2026 The Government of Japan has voluntarily contributed nearly "200, 000 to two…...

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opcw. org > media-centre > news > 2026 > 02 > opcw-strengthens-chemical-emergency-preparedness-latin-america-and

OPCW strengthens chemical emergency preparedness in Latin America and the Caribbean

2+ mon, 4+ day ago  (380+ words) From hands-on training to regional exercises, the OPCW equips first responders with the skills and knowledge needed for effective chemical emergency response Now in its third edition, the course brings together experienced first responders from Latin America and the Caribbean…...

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opcw. org > media-centre > news > 2026 > 01 > greece-contributes-eu100000-support-opcw-missions-syria

Greece contributes "100, 000 to support OPCW missions in Syria

2+ mon, 1+ week ago  (306+ words) Contribution will strengthen the OPCW's efforts to assist the Syrian Arab Republic in fulfilling its obligations under the Convention Permanent Representative of the Hellenic Republic to the OPCW, H. E. Ms Caterina Ghini, and OPCW Director-General Fernando Arias. "Ourtaskin Syriais at the…...