Official account of the Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons. #NobelPeacePrize laureate for 2013.As the implementing body for the Chemical Weapons Convention, the OPCW, with its 193 Member States, oversees the global endeavour to permanently and verifiably eliminate chemical weapons.

Core values

- **Destruction of Chemical Weapons**: The OPCW has been instrumental in the destruction of over 96% of the world's declared chemical weapons stockpiles, significantly reducing the threat of chemical warfare and promoting global security[3][5].
- **Protection of Vulnerable Groups**: The OPCW's work includes protecting vulnerable groups from the impacts of chemical weapons, which have unique medical, psychological, social, and economic effects on these populations[5].
- **Promotion of Gender Equality and Diversity**: The OPCW is working to increase gender equality and diversity, particularly in technical positions, which enhances the organization's effectiveness and ensures diverse perspectives are considered in decision-making processes[1].
- **Global Cooperation and Compliance**: The OPCW has engaged nearly all countries globally (192 States Parties) in its efforts, promoting international cooperation and compliance with the Chemical Weapons Convention (CWC), which is crucial for preventing the re-emergence of chemical weapons[3][5].