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BWC Implementation Support Unit

@BWCISU

4 years

Happy 45th birthday to the #BiologicalWeaponsConvention ! #OnThisDay in 1975 the treaty entered into force comprehensively banning biological warfare as repugnant to the conscience of humanity. To mark the anniversary we've made this short video with funding from the EU.

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That’s a wrap! After 3 weeks of discussions, the 9th #BWCRevCon concludes today with States Parties adopting a final document! Congratulations to the #1972BWC States Parties for this achievement and engagement Thank you Ambassador @L_Bencini for your leadership and efforts

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#OnThisDay in 1972, the Biological Weapons Convention was opened for signature in London, Moscow and Washington. 50 years later, the #1972BWC now has 183 States Parties who are currently busy preparing for its Ninth Review Conference.

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@BWCISU

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👏Congratulations to South Sudan for acceding to the Biological Weapons Convention bringing the total number of States Parties to 1⃣8⃣5⃣ South Sudan's accession strengthens the #1972BWC and sets the new intersessional period off to a good start Welcome to the #1972BWC community

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BWC Implementation Support Unit

@BWCISU

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#OnThisDay in 1975 the #BiologicalWeaponsConvention entered into force. The Convention effectively prohibits the development, production, acquisition, transfer, stockpiling and use of biological and toxin weapons #1972BWC

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@BWCISU

2 years

Together with colleagues from @UNIDIR , we briefed #ELBI fellows @JHSPH_CHS about the upcoming #BWCRevCon ☣️ Here is how it went!

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BWC Implementation Support Unit

@BWCISU

1 year

📢We are hiring a Project Consultant to design training content on the Biological Weapons Convention! 📍The position is home-based (travels expected) 🗓️Application deadline: 15 January 2023 Find out more about the role and how you can apply here 👉

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BWC Implementation Support Unit

@BWCISU

3 years

A biological-weapon-free world needs youth voices to be heard in the global #1972BWC dialogue. As we celebrate the last #Youth4biosec session, here are some highlights from 2 months filled with engaging experts and inspiring young scientists @UN_Disarmament @EU_UNGeneva

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@BWCISU

3 years

The #1972BWC Meetings of Experts start tomorrow, 30 August @UNGeneva . Follow the first week of discussions through live webcast on @UNWebTV #BWCMX

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@BWCISU

2 years

Congratulations to 🇳🇦 Namibia for acceding to the Biological Weapons Convention bringing the number of States Parties to 184. Namibia's accession strengthens the Convention and sets a very positive signal in the run-up to 9th #BWCRevCon . Welcome to the #1972BWC community!

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@BWCISU

3 years

We are looking forward to the start of the postponed #1972BWC 2020 Meeting of States Parties in 4 days! Here is why this is important 👇 #BWCMSP

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@BWCISU

3 years

We have just published a new version of our introduction to the BWC. Read it at the link below to get the most up-to-date information on #1972BWC !

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@BWCISU

1 year

The outcomes of the #BWCRevCon provides ✅ a bolstered 2023-26 intersessional process ✅ a decision to develop with a view to establishing a mechanism to review & assess S&T developments relevant to the BWC and a mechanism to support Art. X implementation ✅a reinforced ISU

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@BWCISU

2 years

The President-Designate @L_Bencini declared the Ninth Review Conference #BWCRevCon of Biological Weapons Convention #1972BWC open! Follow the first day live on @UNWebTV and stay tuned for our updates💻 Link:

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@BWCISU

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Today we highlight the vital role that women play in the implementation of the #BiologicalWeaponsConvention around the world. Thanks to @Clarissajaz from Peru, @PetitGiovis from Brazil and Lizeka Tandwa from South Africa. #1972BWC

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@BWCISU

3 years

Meet the 2021 participants of the Biosecurity Diplomacy Workshop for Young Scientists from the Global South, Second Edition! #Youth4Biosec More details at #1972BWC @UN_Disarmament @ODA_Geneva @UNGeneva @EEAS_EU @EU_UNGeneva

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BWC Implementation Support Unit

@BWCISU

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Today, we mark 49 years of the Biological Weapons Convention 🌍, a crucial step towards a safer world. We thank all States and individuals who have worked tirelessly to uphold its principles. 🕊️ Check out the history of the #1972BWC linked here 🔗

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@BWCISU

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📢We are excited to announce the 2023 cohort of the #Youth4Biosec Fellowship! Looking forward to embarking with them in a 3-month #1972BWC learning journey starting next week Check out their bios here 👉

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@BWCISU

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🚨📢Next week we will launch the 1st ever #Youth4Biosec Fellowship If you want to apply and are asking yourself: - What is the Fellowship❓ - Who is it for❓ - How to apply❓ Join us online Friday 3 March | 13h - 14h CET for the Launch Event Register👇

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BWC Implementation Support Unit

@BWCISU

5 years

A big turnout for the opening day of the 2019 Meeting of States Parties to the #BiologicalWeaponsConvention ! The MSP is taking place from 3-6 December at @UNGeneva under the chairmanship of Amb Yann Hwang of @FR_Desarmement #1972BWC

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@BWCISU

5 years

The 2019 BWC Meetings of Experts start tomorrow, 29 July @UNGeneva . Follow the first week of discussions through live webcast on @UNWebTV

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BWC Implementation Support Unit

@BWCISU

2 years

The BWC brochure is now available in all six UN languages! Follow the link below to learn more about #1972BWC 🇺🇳 👉

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BWC Implementation Support Unit

@BWCISU

10 months

Earlier today the #Youth4Biosec fellows had a great time at @SpiezLab and found out about the #BSL3 and #BSL4 laboratories🇨🇭🔬 Thanks to @SpiezLab @swiss_un @SwissMFA

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@BWCISU

2 years

Earlier today, the President-Designate of #BWCRevCon @L_Bencini met with representatives of civil society ☣️ Around 60 representatives (and one cat🐈) discussed ways to ensure greater civil society engagement on #1972BWC issues

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@BWCISU

2 years

Ready to welcome 33 States Parties to the #1972BWC tomorrow at UN Vienna to exchange views and discuss policy developments on the table for the Ninth @BWCRevCon . The First #BWCRPM Regional Preparatory Meeting takes place from 5 to 6 July in Vienna International Center.

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@BWCISU

2 years

"No topic should be off the table in the quest to strengthen the Convention" - in her opening remarks for the #BWCRevCon @UN_Disarmament HR @Inakamitsu called the States Parties to 1 -operationalize 2- institutionalize 3 - fund the BWC & 4 - explore options for verification

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@BWCISU

4 years

States Parties to the #BiologicalWeaponsConvention have approved the appointment of Ambassador Dr. Cleopa Kilonzo Mailu of @KenyaMissionUNG as Chairperson of the 2020 Meeting of States Parties to the #1972BWC

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@BWCISU

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#OnThisDay in 1975 the Biological Weapons Convention entered into force. The #1972BWC entered into force with ratification by 22 governments, including the three Depositaries. The Convention today has 180 States Parties.

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@BWCISU

6 years

Applause in the room at #MSP2017 as @gioasempre Amb. Amandeep Singh Gill of India closes the meeting after successfully adopting its report on a future intersessional work programme for the #1972BWC

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@BWCISU

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The 'Guide to Implementing the #1972BWC ', is now available in six official @UN languages 🇺🇳 We are grateful to @EU_UNGeneva , @NorwayInGeneva and @FR_Desarmement for their financial support 📚 Follow the link to read:

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@BWCISU

2 years

The SG of the @UN @antonioguterres addresses States Parties to the BWC & called them to consider 3 actions at the #BWCRevCon 🇺🇳 1 - bolster accountability provisions for S&T advances 2 - update thinking on verification and compliance 3 - give the #1972BWC the resources it needs

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@BWCISU

3 years

On #InternationalWomensDay we celebrate women leaders in biosecurity and reaffirm that harnessing the scientific talent of women is key to strengthening the #1972BWC . @UN_Disarmament @ODA_Geneva

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@BWCISU

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#BWCRevCon Throwback States Parties to the #1972BWC agreed to establish a new inter-sessional programme with a WG on the Strengthening of the Convention. It will meet for 15 days/year btw 2023 & 2026 More info soon on the 1st meeting of the #BWCWG to be held next 15 & 16 March

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@BWCISU

2 years

#Youth4Biosec - Starting this month, 30 young scientists from 15 countries from the Global South will join the 3rd edition of the Biosecurity Diplomacy Workshop for Young Scientists from the Global South. Meet the 2022 cohort here 👇

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@BWCISU

2 years

Delighted to announce that, as decided by the States Parties to the #1972BWC , the 9th #BWCRevCon will take place from 🗓️ 28 November to 16 December 2022 🗓️ @UNGeneva . Looking forward to working with Ambassador @LBenciniPrato ! @UN_Disarmament @ODA_Geneva @ItalyUN_Geneva

Tancredi Francese

@Tancreditalian

2 years

This week I had the privilege to co-chair the PrepCom of the #1972BWC . The RevCon will take place from 28 November to 16 December under the Presidency of Amb. @LBenciniPrato . Italy confirms its strong commitment for #biosafety and #biosecurity . 🇮🇹🇪🇺🇺🇳

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@BWCISU

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Very happy to formally welcome Namibia as the 184th State Party to the BWC! We look forward to working closely with Namibia and Ambassador Imene-Chanduru @munasheJ

Leonardo Bencini

@L_Bencini

2 years

Ambassador Imene-Chanduru, welcome to Namibia🇳🇦to the #1972BWC ! A step closer to the universalisation of the Convention - with 184 States Parties, it is the cornerstone of international #biosecurity .

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“It is vital that diplomats and scientists work together to tackle our common challenges... to ensure that security concerns do not hamper beneficial scientific advances and their application for the good of humanity”- Director @ODA_Geneva on behalf of HR @UN_Disarmament #1972BWC

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@BWCISU

3 years

The #1972BWC 2020 Meeting of States Parties starts tomorrow, 22 November @UNGeneva chaired by H.E Dr. Cleopa Mailu, Ambassador/PR of @KenyaMissionUNG . Follow the discussions through live webcast on @UNWebTV 👇 #BWCMSP

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@BWCISU

1 year

Read the Draft Final Document of the Ninth Review Conference here 👇

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@BWCISU

2 years

#HappeningNow HR @Inakamitsu joins US Under Secretary of State Ambassador @Jenkinsbd to discuss ongoing efforts to strengthen #diversity , #genderequality , and inclusive engagement in the #1972BWC

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@BWCISU

6 months

Today the third session of the #BWCWG officially kicked off. 📺Follow the live discussions on @UNWebTV :

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@BWCISU

3 years

#HappeningNow - 2 years since the last #BWCMSP , the 2020 #1972BWC Meeting of States Parties is starting today at 10am CET in Room XIX @UNGeneva . Follow via live webcast

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@BWCISU

2 years

We are thrilled to launch the first session of the #Youth4Biosec workshop today! The young scientists will hear welcoming remarks from guest speakers before discussing the #1972BWC strengths and weaknesses with experts. @EU_UNGeneva @UN_Disarmament @Griss_Rod27

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@BWCISU

2 years

We're launching today a #Youth4biosec event series to formulate youth recommendations for the 9th #BWCRevCon Review Conference of the #1972BWC Starting today with session 1 with over 1⃣0⃣0⃣ youth signed up.

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@BWCISU

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APPLY NOW‼️ 📢The call for applications to the #Youth4Biosec Fellowship 2⃣0⃣2⃣4⃣ is now open More information on the programme, eligibility criteria & how to apply here 👉 🗓️Deadline - 5⃣ April

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@BWCISU

3 years

We are looking forward to tomorrow's introductory workshop on the #1972BWC and its Confidence Building Measures for Sudanese 🇸🇩 authorities under the BWC National Preparedness Programme. The event will be held online on 17 and 18 August with support of @EU_UNGeneva . @sudapermunog

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@BWCISU

4 years

With the successful adoption of the report of the Meeting, the #1972BWC Meeting of States Parties has concluded. Thank you to the Chair, Amb. Yann Hwang of @FR_Desarmement for his leadership and to States Parties for their continued strong commitment to the #1972BWC

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@BWCISU

2 months

Today we are at @WHO attending the Technical Advisory Group sessions on the Responsible Use of Life Sciences and Dual-Use Research. We will be sharing some important work from our colleagues in this X thread 🧵🔬🦠.

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@BWCISU

3 years

#OnThisDay in 1972 the #BiologicalWeaponsConvention was opened for signature at ceremonies in London, Moscow and Washington DC #OTD #1972BWC

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@BWCISU

2 years

The Coordination Workshop for the Project on ‘Supporting Universalization and Effective Implementation of the BWC in Africa’ has successfully concluded👏 We would to thank all participants, moderators and @GPWMDofficial !

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@BWCISU

2 years

🚨📢The Youth Recommendations for the 9th #BWCRevCon are out! Have a look at what youth have to say about strengthening the #1972BWC 👇 Thanks to 🇪🇺 @MJvanDeelenEU for the support to the #Youth4Biosec Initiative & to our partners for a great side-event

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@BWCISU

3 years

The next session of the #Youth4Biosec workshop tomorrow will focus on DURC. We will discuss with @FilippaLentzos & the winners of @NTI_WMD 's 2020 Next Generation for #Biosecurity Competition @JonasSandbrink @jtmonrad & @HarshuMusunuri #1972BWC @EU_UNGeneva @UN_Disarmament

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@BWCISU

3 years

The #Youth4Biosec workshop is off to a good start and we are happy to share the new logo of this important initiative! #1972BWC @ODA_Geneva @UN_Disarmament @EU_UNGeneva

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@BWCISU

7 years

The US Dept of State has just announced that Samoa 🇼🇸 has acceded to the #1972BWC becoming the 179th State Party today #BWCPacific

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@BWCISU

3 years

183 States have joined the #BiologicalWeaponsConvention agreeing that the use of biological weapons would be ‘repugnant to the conscience of mankind’. The #1972BWC is an example of what multilateralism and diplomacy can achieve. Happy #DiplomacyDay !

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@BWCISU

1 year

"Be ambitious!" was Ambassador @L_Bencini 's message to the youth delegates he met to hear their recommendations for the 9th #BWCRevCon . Read the youth recommendations formulated last week by youth representatives to the RevCon here 👇

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@BWCISU

1 year

We welcome the contribution of $1.5 million by the United States to support our #1972BWC universalization and implementation activities in Africa @GPWMDofficial @StateISN @USAmbCD

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@BWCISU

1 year

Great start of the #Youth4Biosec 2023 Fellowship yesterday🎉 20 talented fellows met online @INakamitsu , @damico_flavio & #1972BWC diplomats from @AlgeriaUNOG @SwedenGeneva & @ChinaMissionGva , and even got a chance to try on the role of States Parties in the UN model 🇺🇳

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@BWCISU

2 years

Congratulations to🇧🇼 Botswana for submitting its first Confidence Building Measure Report! 👏 We were delighted to work with Botswana towards this important achievement thanks to 🇪🇺 @EU_UNGeneva support.

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@BWCISU

1 year

📢We are hiring a Political Affairs Officer to join the #1972BWC Implementation Support Unit This vacancy follows the decision by the 9th #BWCRevCon to add another position in the ISU Find out more about the role and how you can apply here 👉

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@BWCISU

1 year

Earlier today, @BWCISU together with @AfricaCDC and @GPWMDofficial briefed on the Africa Signature Initiative and the progress made in the "Supporting Universalisation and Effective Implementation of #1972BWC in Africa" project 🌍

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BWC Implementation Support Unit

@BWCISU

3 years

#HappeningNow the first physical gathering of States Parties to the #1972BWC for around 18 months (with some remote participants as well) - informal consultations in advance of the Meeting of Experts on Science and Technology

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@BWCISU

2 years

#HappeningNow - 3rd and last online session of the series on Youth recommendations for the 9th #BWCRevCon . Today, youth delegates discuss with senior experts. Next step will be the in-person drafting workshop during the RevCon Many thanks to all the experts! 🙏

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@BWCISU

7 months

This year we received a record number of applications for the #Youth4Biosec Fellowship 🏆🇺🇳 20 emerging leaders from 17 #1972BWC States Parties came to Geneva, attended #BWCWG sessions and prepared a poster exhibition! Full video 📢📺

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@BWCISU

4 years

In his remarks to this UNSC open debate, Secretary-General @antonioguterres calls for serious attention to preventing the deliberate use of diseases as weapons, and urges the 14 States not party to the #BiologicalWeaponsConvention to join without delay.

UN Web TV

@UNWebTV

4 years

🎬 LIVE @UN : Security Council Open Debate on “Pandemics & Security” - Global health risks can become a threat to international peace & security 🗓️ 2 July 🕙 10:30am (EDT, NY time) 💬 @antonioguterres , FM @HeikoMaas , @GermanyUN 🔗

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@BWCISU

3 years

Happy #WomenInScience day! #Youth4Biosec #1972BWC @EU_UNGeneva @UN_Disarmament @ODA_Geneva

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@BWCISU

10 months

The Second Session of the #BWCWG is about to start! 📺Follow the Session online:

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@BWCISU

2 years

With Namibia becoming the 184th State Party to the #1972BWC , only 13 States have still not joined. In the run-up to the RevCon, we'll intensify our universalization efforts through awareness-raising and targeted assistance with the support of @EU_UNGeneva and @GPWMDofficial

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@BWCISU

3 years

New newsletter by our @UN_Disarmament colleagues on the SG's investigative mechanism. States Parties to the #1972BWC have noted that the SGM "represents an international institutional mechanism for investigating cases of alleged use of biological or toxin weapons".

ODA

@UN_Disarmament

3 years

Announcing the launch of a new @UN_Disarmament newsletter for experts and laboratories nominated for the Secretary-General’s Mechanism for Investigation of Alleged Use of Chemical or Biological Weapons #UNSGM . Read here 👉 .

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@BWCISU

3 years

5 days before the start of the postponed #1972BWC 2020 Meetings of Experts. But do you know what a biological weapons actually is ❔ Also check the video out on our new #youtube channel 👉

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@BWCISU

2 years

Preparations are almost over, now is the time to deliver. Looking forward to welcoming all participants tomorrow to @UNGeneva #BWCbreakthrough #1972BWC

Leonardo Bencini

@L_Bencini

2 years

Starting tomorrow morning, this is the room where for the next three weeks we will all be working hard to deliver a #BWCbreakthrough . Let us all rise to the occasion and make the #1972BWC fit for these times

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We're ending the year with two bits of good news - the first is that even though #1972BWC experts have been busy dealing with COVID-19, we've nonetheless received a record number of CBM report submissions this year - 85 so far.

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@BWCISU

10 months

🏆And the #Youth4biosec winning poster is... 🥇The implications of AI for the BWC 👏Congratulations to the winning team and to all the fellows for a great work and inspiring posters!

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@BWCISU

2 years

The #1972BWC #BWCPrepCom has just concluded with the adoption of the final report! Our appreciation goes to both Vice Chairs for their leadership and capable facilitation over the past 6 days of meeting.

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First #BWCRPM - Delighted to hear young scientists' innovative thinking today on verification under the #1972BWC . States Parties heard from @Croppernicus @ShresRath and @teojcryan on their winning paper of the 2022 Next Generation for Biosecurity competition @NTI_WMD

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@BWCISU

4 months

Wonder how the world stays safe from biological threats 🌍? It starts with the Biological Weapons Convention! Learn about the history and mission of the #1972BWC here: 📚 #BioSecurity 🦠🛡️

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@BWCISU

4 years

A very productive (and COVID-secure) first meeting with the newly-appointed Chair of the 2020 Meeting of States Partied to the #1972BWC , Amb Mailu of @KenyaMissionUNG

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@BWCISU

2 years

The Youth Declaration for Biosecurity is now published! It was launched in the margins of the #BWCMSP in Nov. 2021 and contains recommendations from youth to uphold global biosecurity under the #1972BWC Access and/or endorse the Declaration here 👉

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@BWCISU

1 year

Great news! We’re looking forward to welcoming South Sudan as the 185th State Party to the #1972BWC soon. And thanks to @PGAction and its members for their tireless efforts.

Parliamentarians for Global Action

@PGAction

1 year

PGA's International Peace and Security Program was pleased to have been informed by PGA Member Hon. Alma Yak on 23, Dec., 2022 that the President of South Sudan has now formally assented to accession by South Sudan to the Biological Weapons Convention.

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Looking forward to the next #Youth4Biosec session tomorrow! We are bringing together the 2019 & 2021 cohorts of young scientists to discuss networking and peer-to-peer mentoring in biosecurity with @BiosafetyIFBA #1972BWC @EU_UNGeneva @UN_Disarmament @ODA_Geneva

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@BWCISU

2 years

#HappeningNow The 3rd #BWCRPM continues in @UNESCAP with a panel discussion on challenges and opportunities for the 9th #BWCRevCon , a plenary discussion chaired by 🇵🇰 @adeel_muhammad and thematic discussions on Article X and S&T developments with @UNIDIR @M_Garzon_Maceda and 🇵🇭

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Civil society organizations are vital for a world free of bioweapons because they... educate raise awareness support #1972BWC implementation contribute to an inclusive global biosecurity scene ...and more Looking forward to their engagement for the 9th #BWCRevCon @EU_UNGeneva

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@BWCISU

4 years

The call for applications to the 2nd Global South Biosecurity Diplomacy Workshop is now open! Young scientists in biosecurity from the Global South are encouraged to apply. More information at

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With South Sudan becoming the 185th State Party to the #1972BWC , only 1⃣2⃣ States have still not joined In the coming years, we'll intensify our universalization efforts through awareness-raising and targeted assistance with the support of @EU_UNGeneva and @GPWMDofficial

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@BWCISU

3 years

With the adoption of the report of the #BWCMSP , the #1972BWC Meeting of States Parties has concluded. Thank you to the Chair, H.E Dr. Cleopa Mailu, Ambassador/PR of @KenyaMissionUNG for his leadership.

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@BWCISU

10 months

Wrapping up an impactful journey with the conclusion of the second #BWCWG meeting! Stay tuned for the release of the final report 📋 📷In the photo: #BWCWG Chair @damico_flavio with the participants of the Sponsorship Programme

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@BWCISU

6 years

Dates for Biological Weapons Convention meetings in 2018 have been announced - 7-16 August for the Meetings of Experts and 4-7 December for the Meeting of States Parties. #1972BWC #MSP2018

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2 years

📢Our team is also hiring a "Project Consultant BWC Science & Technology"! 📍The position is home-based (travels expected) 🗓️Application deadline: 06 March 2022 Find out more about the role and how you can apply here 👉

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@BWCISU

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📢The advanced version of the report of the second session of #BWCWG is now available! Click on the link to review the outcomes and insights resulting from this crucial #1972BWC meeting: 📄

BWC Implementation Support Unit

@BWCISU

10 months

Wrapping up an impactful journey with the conclusion of the second #BWCWG meeting! Stay tuned for the release of the final report 📋 📷In the photo: #BWCWG Chair @damico_flavio with the participants of the Sponsorship Programme

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📢We are excited to announce the 2024 cohort of the #Youth4Biosec Fellowship! 20 new fellows join the network after we received more than 2400 applications from over 100 countries 👇

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@BWCISU

2 years

We're pleased to attend the 1540 Committee Open Consultations this week. Res. 1540 is designed to prevent the catastrophic outcome of the use of WMD by non-State actors, including bio weapons. That is why complementarity and coordination between 1540 and the #1972BWC is crucial

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BWC Implementation Support Unit

@BWCISU

4 years

Deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Julian Perry Robinson, CBW expert from @SussexUni A tireless advocate for the #1972BWC and a mentor to so many working to rid the world of chemical and biological weapons. RIP JPPR.

Dr Filippa Lentzos

@FilippaLentzos

4 years

The chemical and biological disarmament community lost a giant last night. Julian Perry Robinson (1941-2020) worked tirelessly for many decades to counter chemical and biological weapons, and was a leading light for so many of us. Rest in Peace Julian.

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BWC Implementation Support Unit

@BWCISU

3 years

We're relaunched our BWC Newsletter and the first issue is now available at It contains a review of activities in 2020 and a preview of upcoming activities until March 2021.

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BWC Implementation Support Unit

@BWCISU

2 years

The 1st day of the #BWCRPM at @UN_Vienna ended with an hour-long discussion on Science and Tech developments led by @RevillJames @UNIDIR A productive exchange on the important questions 👉What are the priorities related to S&T? 👉What is the purpose of an S&T review mechanism?

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@BWCISU

3 years

The second piece of good news we wanted to share is that we have updated the #1972BWC website and it is now accessible at The old BWC pages on the @UNGeneva website will be decommissioned shortly.

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BWC Implementation Support Unit

@BWCISU

3 months

Today marked the end of our 2-day regional training for Central Asian #1972BWC National Contact Points in Almaty, a collaborative effort with Kazakhstan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs 🇰🇿 ( @MFA_KZ & @KazakhPM_unog ), supported by the European Union 🇪🇺 ( @eu_eeas & @EU_UNGeneva ).

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@BWCISU

6 years

Expert press briefing on #MSP2017 and latest #Sci_Tech developments featuring experts from @iGEM @JHSPH_CHS and @CSERCambridge as well as #MSP2017 Chairperson, Amb Amandeep Singh Gill of India @gioasempre

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@BWCISU

3 years

#OnThisDay in 1980, the First Review Conference of the #1972BWC concluded in Geneva.

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BWC Implementation Support Unit

@BWCISU

7 months

Are you early or mid-career scientist interested in virus detection and biosecurity? 🔬 Don’t miss your chance to join our in-person course organised together with @ICGEB , @TWASnews , and @IAPartnership . The workshop will take place in March 2024 in Trieste, Italy 🇮🇹

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