Chemical Weapons Convention
The Chemical Weapons Convention (CWC) is an international treaty that aims to eliminate chemical weapons and prevent their use. Established in 1992 and entering into force in 1997, the CWC prohibits the development, production, stockpiling, and transfer of chemical weapons. It also promotes the peaceful use of chemistry and encourages international cooperation in this field.
The treaty is overseen by the Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW), which monitors compliance and conducts inspections. As of now, over 190 countries are parties to the CWC, making it one of the most widely accepted arms control agreements in history.