Sabrina Dallafior

Director-General of the Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons, @OPCW

[Sabrina Dallafior @OPCW_DG]

Today marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter for me.

Walking through the doors of the @OPCW as Director-General for the first time was a reminder that this Organisation's greatest strength is its people.

I am inspired by the dedication and professionalism of the Technical Secretariat and excited to begin listening, learning, and working together to build on the OPCW’s achievements.

[Sabrina Dallafior @OPCW_DG]

@Monicabolanos8 Thank you for your warm wishes. I look forward to working with all OPCW Member States and partners to achieve our shared goal of a world #FreeOfChemicalWeapons.

[Sabrina Dallafior @OPCW_DG]

I wish all participants in the @OPCW Associate Programme a successful and productive 9 weeks ahead!

I echo @M_Kaapanda words: this programme is an investment in people and in the future of the Convention.

[OPCW @OPCW]

The 27th OPCW Associate Programme has officially kickstarted in The Hague!

The Programme brings together participants from around the world to strengthen national implementation of the #ChemicalWeaponsConvention and promote the peaceful uses of chemistry.

“The Associate Programme is not simply a training course - it is an investment in people and in the future of the Convention,” said Deputy Director-General Kaapanda-Girnus.

Over the next nine weeks, participants will gain valuable knowledge and practical skills from experts across the OPCW, academia, industry, and partner organisations.

We wish all Associates a successful and rewarding experience as they join a global network committed to a world #FreeOfChemicalWeapons.

To learn more ➡️ https://t.co/Qi1vepYxlM

[Sabrina Dallafior @OPCW_DG]

@SimsNono @OPCW @CRIDS_NGO Many thanks for your kind wishes. I look forward to working closely with OPCW Member States and partners to uphold the global norm against chemical weapons and advance our shared goal of a world free of chemical weapons.

[Sabrina Dallafior @OPCW_DG]

Today marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter for me.

Walking through the doors of the @OPCW as Director-General for the first time was a reminder that this Organisation's greatest strength is its people.

I am inspired by the dedication and professionalism of the Technical Secretariat and excited to begin listening, learning, and working together to build on the OPCW’s achievements.

[Sabrina Dallafior @OPCW_DG]

@MhdKatoub Many thanks for your kind wishes. I look forward to working closely with OPCW Member States and partners to uphold the global norm against chemical weapons and advance our shared goal of a world free of chemical weapons.

[Sabrina Dallafior @OPCW_DG]

It was a pleasure to meet H.E. Faiyaz Murshid Kazi, who today presented his credentials as Permanent Representative of #Bangladesh to the @OPCW.

Bangladesh is a valued partner in upholding the #ChemicalWeaponsConvention and advancing the peaceful uses of chemistry.

I welcome Bangladesh's commitment to invest in the next generation of scientists by hosting the OPCW Education and Training Programme on Peaceful Uses of Chemistry in Dhaka from 6 to 8 October.

The programme will bring together young chemists from across Asia to deepen their understanding of the Convention, and the vital role chemistry plays in advancing peace, security, and sustainable development.

[Sabrina Dallafior @OPCW_DG]

@INakamitsu Many thanks for your kind wishes. I look forward to working closely with OPCW Member States and partners to uphold the global norm against chemical weapons and advance our shared goal of a world free of chemical weapons.

[Sabrina Dallafior @OPCW_DG]

@BuljevicJosip @OPCW Many thanks for your kind wishes. I look forward to working closely with OPCW Member States and partners to uphold the global norm against chemical weapons and advance our shared goal of a world free of chemical weapons.

[Sabrina Dallafior @OPCW_DG]

@CanadaOPCW @OPCW Many thanks for your kind wishes. I look forward to working closely with OPCW Member States and partners to uphold the global norm against chemical weapons and advance our shared goal of a world free of chemical weapons.

[Sabrina Dallafior @OPCW_DG]

@AmbalgNL @OPCW Many thanks for your kind wishes. I look forward to working closely with OPCW Member States and partners to uphold the global norm against chemical weapons and advance our shared goal of a world free of chemical weapons.

[Sabrina Dallafior @OPCW_DG]

@biyagov @OPCW Many thanks for your kind wishes. I look forward to working closely with OPCW Member States and partners to uphold the global norm against chemical weapons and advance our shared goal of a world free of chemical weapons.

[Sabrina Dallafior @OPCW_DG]

@f_alabrune @OPCW Many thanks for your kind wishes. I look forward to working closely with OPCW Member States and partners to uphold the global norm against chemical weapons and advance our shared goal of a world free of chemical weapons.

[Sabrina Dallafior @OPCW_DG]

@CanadaOPCW @OPCW Many thanks for your kind wishes. I look forward to working closely with our Member States and partners to uphold the global norm against chemical weapons and advance our shared goal of a world free of chemical weapons.

[Sabrina Dallafior @OPCW_DG]

@DrRobFloyd Many thanks for your kind wishes. I look forward to working closely with our Member States and partners to uphold the global norm against chemical weapons and advance our shared goal of a world free of chemical weapons.

[Sabrina Dallafior @OPCW_DG]

@AusArmsControl @OPCW Many thanks for your kind wishes. I look forward to working closely with our Member States and partners to uphold the global norm against chemical weapons and advance our shared goal of a world free of chemical weapons.

[Sabrina Dallafior @OPCW_DG]

@AmbalgNL @OPCW Many thanks for your kind wishes. I look forward to working closely with our Member States and partners to uphold the global norm against chemical weapons and advance our shared goal of a world free of chemical weapons.

[Sabrina Dallafior @OPCW_DG]

@eu_eeas @OPCW Many thanks for your kind wishes. I look forward to working closely with our Member States and partners to uphold the global norm against chemical weapons and advance our shared goal of a world free of chemical weapons.

[Sabrina Dallafior @OPCW_DG]

I am delighted to be starting my tenure alongside Mekondjo Kaapanda-Girnus as the @OPCW's new Deputy Director-General.

I look forward to working closely with her as we lead the Technical Secretariat and build on the OPCW’s achievements.

Her experience, sound judgement and leadership will be a great asset to the Organisation.

Learn more about @M_Kaapanda 👉 https://t.co/yORKqPdf2a

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[Sabrina Dallafior @OPCW_DG]

I am honoured to begin my term today as Director-General of the @OPCW. I am committed to strengthening the Technical Secretariat’s implementation of the Chemical Weapons Convention and working with our Member States and partners to uphold the global norm against chemical weapons.

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Today, Sabrina Dallafior begins her term as the new Director-General of the OPCW. She is the Organisation’s fifth leader and the first woman to hold this position.

Director-General Dallafior will begin her tenure by focusing on four priority areas:

🔵 Upholding the global norm against chemical weapons and establishing the facts around any credible allegations of chemical weapons use;

🔵 Strengthening compliance with the Convention and ensuring the Organisation has the tools it needs to meet the challenges of the future;

🔵 Working closely with States Parties to implement the Convention, including those like the Syrian Arab Republic dealing with a legacy of appalling chemical weapons use;

🔵 Actively promoting the work of the OPCW and strengthening links with partners such as the chemical industry.

Follow Director-General Dallafior on X: @OPCW_DG

Read full press release here: https://t.co/SqfoqinKNy