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The BWC Goes to the Pacific
On 27 and 28 July, Fiji hosted a regional workshop on the universalization of the BWC, bringing together almost 40 participants from across the region and the world. Representatives from the host country were joined by individuals from four states in the Pacific region not yet party to the convention (Kiribati, Niue, Samoa and Tuvalu), representatives of the EU Delegation, the UN Multi-Country Office Suva, the Pacific Islands Forum Secretariat, experts from civil society (VERTIC and Parliamentarians for Global Action), and staff members from UNODA and the BWC ISU.
The workshop, which was made possible by financial backing from the EU, sought to raise awareness of the BWC in the region and promote the efforts of states to move closer towards accession.
Building on the workshop’s momentum, the BWC ISU will continue to engage with all participants to promote universalization in the Pacific.
Learn more on our website, where you'll find a full list of presentations from the workshop as well as an in-depth report.
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Latest News for BWC States Parties
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Status of assessed contributions
The Financial Resources Management Service of the United Nations Office at Geneva provided a summary of the financial contributions to the four disarmament conventions as of 31 July 2017. Find detailed information about contributions to the BWC in Annex II.
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Status of CBMs
As of August 2017, 66 States Parties have provided their confidence building measures for the 2016 calendar year. Find more information on the status of submissions and individual CBMs here.
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New Resource on the BWC
Looking for a concise and informative resource on the BWC? Thanks to funding from the EU, we’ve got you covered. Check out our new brochure to learn all about the BWC.
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WHO Launches Video Courses
First responders and other health professionals can take advantage of the WHO's new video courses on epidemics, pandemics and health emergencies. For more information or to start learning, click here.
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Assistance and Cooperation Opportunities
The ISU has issued a call for applications for the BWC sponsorship programme. The programme, supported by financial contributions from Australia, Canada and India so far, enables national experts from developing States Parties and States not yet party to the BWC to participate in the MSP in December. More details and an application form are available on our website.
NIH’s Fogarty International Center offers a variety funding opportunities for research and training for both individuals and institutions. Programs with upcoming deadlines include the Global Infectious Disease Research Training Program, HIV Research Training, and the Emerging Global Leader Award. You’ll find full list of opportunities on their website.
The Nuclear Threat Initiative and the Next Generation GHS Network are calling for proposals for a competition on advancing biosecurity within the context of the Global Health Security Agenda (GHSA). The winning team will travel to the GHSA Ministerial meeting in Kampala at the end of October to present their proposal. Click here to learn more and find out how to participate.
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The BWC ISU's Recent Activities
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BWC ISU Attends 3rd UNSGM Lab Workshop at Spiez
From 20 to 22 June, Spiez Laboratory led its third workshop with scientists, tech experts and academics on the UNSGM. Participants discussed technical best practices as well as concrete steps for establishing designated laboratories capable of supporting biological weapons investigations. Learn more on Spiez Laboratory's website. (Photo credit: Spiez Laboratory)
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Training for MENA Officials
The Geneva Center for Security Policy (GCSP) is holding trainings for officials from the Middle East and North Africa on multilateral arms control. Daniel Feakes of the BWC ISU gave a presentation on the BWC at a training in Geneva. Learn more here.
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Students from the University of Fribourg Visit UNODA
On 29 June, students from the University of Fribourg in Switzerland made a visit to UNODA in Geneva. After a presentation from the BWC ISU staff, the students discussed the threat of biological weapons, the role of the BWC and the key challenges it faces.
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Have you seen us on social?
Did you know the BWC ISU is active on social media? Follow us on Twitter and Facebook for photos, interesting articles and relevant news about the BWC.
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Recent Publications of Interest
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Ms Ngoc Phuong van der Blij has returned from parental leave and has resumed her duties as Political Affairs Officer within the ISU.
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