Watch the #RevCon5 chairperson reflect on the conclusion of the Conference.

Highlights:
🔹 #OPCW Member States were unable to reach consensus on an outcome doc despite best efforts and broad agreement on diverse topics
🔹 Deep gratitude expressed for support in resolving remaining points of disagreement
🔹 #ChemicalWeaponsConvention continues to enjoy broad support around the globe, guided by impartiality

As advocates for the #ChemicalWeaponsConvention, the voices of #NGOs help to raise awareness of #ChemicalWeapons issues.

Read NGO written statements to #RevCon5 ➡️ https://www.opcw.org/resources/documents/conference-states-parties/fifth-review-conference#NGO

#NGOvoicesOPCW

View #OPCW’s photo stream from the floor of #RevCon5 ⬇️

📸 https://flic.kr/s/aHBqjADS1p

Note to news editors: photos from this album may be used freely in reporting on the work of the #OPCW. Attribution not required.

Universality of the #ChemicalWeaponsConvention is critical to prevent the re-emergence of #ChemicalWeapons and block #ChemicalTerrorism.

#SouthSudan, one of the four States not party to the CWC, participated in #RevCon5 and delivered a statement during the plenary.

Uniting science and diplomacy is key to advancing the #ChemicalWeaponsConvention 🫱🏽‍🫲🏿👩🏿‍🔬

At #RevCon5, #OPCW & IUPAC hosted ‘Science for Diplomats’, a knowledge-sharing initiative where experts engage diplomats on science and technology relevant to the CWC. Focus areas included artificial intelligence, drones, and additive manufacturing.

#CivilSociety participation is an essential element of #RevCon5. #NGOs advocate for chemical #disarmament and help promote public understanding of the #ChemicalWeaponsConvention.

Read NGO written statements ➡️ https://www.opcw.org/resources/documents/conference-states-parties/fifth-review-conference#NGO

#NGOvoicesOPCW

🌍 #CHEMEXafrica is a #chemical emergency response training for #FirstResponders from #Africa. At #RevCon5 🇩🇿 hosted a side event to promote the training, which takes place in September in Algeria.

Learn more & apply before May 28 ➡️ https://www.opcw.org/sites/default/files/documents/2023/04/s-2142-2023(e).pdf