Need framework to deal with challenge of biological weapons: Jaishankar
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External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar called for a global mechanism and strengthened compliance measures to address the misuse of biological weapons during the BWC's 50th anniversary.
Background
India advocated for verification systems and mechanisms to track scientific advancements within the Biological Weapons Convention (BWC). The proposal emphasizes international cooperation to counter bioterrorism and ensure governance keeps pace with scientific innovation.
Facts for Prelims
- BodyBWC: Biological Weapons Convention
- PostS. Jaishankar: Minister of External Affairs, India
- FactThe conference marked 50 years of the Biological Weapons Convention
For Mains
Q. Discuss the challenges in establishing a robust international verification mechanism for the Biological Weapons Convention in the era of rapid biotechnological advancement.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Verification bottleneck: Difficulty in distinguishing between dual-use civilian research and clandestine biological weapon development
- Governance lag: Scientific innovation outpacing existing international treaty frameworks and compliance monitoring capabilities
Keywords: bioterrorism · dual-use technology · verification mechanism · multilateral cooperation · compliance measures
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