During the meeting,held during 28th Conference of States Parties to the Chemical Weapons Convention (CWC) held in The Hague, ICCSS President congratulated the OPCW Director-General on his leadership and an active development of the Centre for Chemistry and Technology (ChemTech Centre) as venue for research, analysis, training, and capacity building. He presented the publication "Preserving the Future of Chemical Weapons Prohibition Through Collaboration: A Roadmap for Success at the Chemical Weapons Convention 5th Review Conference and Beyond," (for more info visit: https://www.iccss.eu/news-and-events/news-detail/iccss-campaign-to-preserve-future-of-chemical-weapons-prohibition-through-collaboration-initiated-at-5th-opcw-review-conference; emphasizing ICCSS's commitment to supporting OPCW's mission in the post-declared chemical weapons destruction era.
OPCW Director-General praised ICCSS's contributions, especially in activities aimed at reducing chemical threats and enhancing chemical safety, security, and cybersecurity. He acknowledged ICCSS's role as a vital partner in adapting and ensuring the effectiveness of the chemical weapons prohibition in changing global scenarios.
The meeting reaffirmed ICCSS's status as a leader in the global framework for chemical and environmental safety and security, maintaining strong relations with governments, international organizations, industries, and academia. The collaboration between ICCSS and OPCW, rooted in a shared vision and long-standing cooperation, stands as a confirmation of their joint commitment to a safer and more secure world, free of chemical threats.