Global chemical weapons watchdog calls emergency session over Syria
A technical team has worked for years to address the 'gaps, discrepancies and inconsistencies' in Syria’s disclosure.
Chemical Weapons Convention
The Chemical Weapons Convention (CWC) is a multilateral treaty that outlaws the production, stockpiling, and use of chemical weapons. Enforced by the Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW), the CWC requires nations to destroy their existing stockpiles and provides a framework for international inspections to ensure compliance.
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