Current Affairs - International - Discussion

The 50th Anniversary event of the Biological Weapons Convention (BWC) 2025 took place in New Delhi, reflecting the growing role of the Global South in global biosecurity discussions. The event’s theme, “Strengthening Biosecurity for the Global South,” emphasised the need for enhanced cooperation, capacity-building, and preparedness among developing nations. The BWC itself is a critical international agreement that prohibits the development, acquisition, stockpiling, transfer, and use of biological and toxin weapons, forming a key pillar of global disarmament efforts. Its foundation traces back to the 1925 Geneva Protocol, making its anniversary a significant milestone for international security.