Question 20

Let's analyze the statements regarding the 'Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW)':

1. It is an organization of European Union in working relation with NATO and WHO: This statement is incorrect. The OPCW is an independent international organization, not an organization of the European Union. It works closely with the United Nations and implements the Chemical Weapons Convention (CWC), a disarmament treaty. While it may collaborate with various international bodies on specific issues, it is not formally an 'organization of' the EU, NATO, or WHO.
2. It monitors chemical industry to prevent new weapons from emerging: This statement is correct. A key function of the OPCW is to verify the destruction of chemical weapons and to prevent their re-emergence. This includes monitoring the chemical industry to ensure that chemicals are not diverted for prohibited purposes and that new types of chemical weapons are not developed.
3. It provides assistance and protection to States (Parties) against chemical weapons threats: This statement is correct. The OPCW's mandate includes providing assistance and protection to States Parties against the use or threat of use of chemical weapons, including emergency assistance and capacity building for defence against chemical attacks.

Therefore, statements 2 and 3 are correct.