Which international treaty, adopted in 1997, aims to eliminate the production, stockpiling and use of chemical weapons?

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The correct answer is Chemical Weapons Convention (CWC)

Key Points

The Chemical Weapons Convention (CWC) was adopted in 1997.
It aims to eliminate the production, stockpiling, and use of chemical weapons by its signatories.
The CWC is administered by the Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW), which oversees the implementation of the treaty and ensures compliance.
As of now, the CWC has 193 member states, making it one of the most universally adhered-to arms control agreements.
Under the CWC, member states are obligated to declare and destroy their chemical weapons and production facilities.
The treaty also promotes the peaceful use of chemistry and provides for international cooperation and assistance in the field of chemical activities.

Additional Information

The Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT) aims to prevent the spread of nuclear weapons and promote peaceful uses of nuclear energy.
The Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty (CTBT) bans all nuclear explosions for both civilian and military purposes.
The Biological Weapons Convention (BWC) prohibits the development, production, and stockpiling of biological and toxin weapons.
The CWC was opened for signature on 13 January 1993 and entered into force on 29 April 1997.
It is considered a major milestone in disarmament and non-proliferation efforts globally.