Chemical Weapons Convention
/ˈkɛmɪkəl ˈwɛpənz kənˈvɛnʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) An international treaty prohibiting the development, production, acquisition, stockpiling, retention, transfer or use of chemical weapons and mandating their destruction.
The Chemical Weapons Convention seeks to eliminate chemical weapons globally through binding legal obligations.
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- chemical weapons convention
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Commentary
Often abbreviated as CWC, this treaty is a cornerstone in international arms control law, emphasizing verification and compliance mechanisms.
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