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United Nations Secretary-General's Mechanism.

A R Fooks, L Holmstrom

    Revue Scientifique Et Technique (International Office of Epizootics)
    |August 29, 2018
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    Qualified experts are crucial for the United Nations Secretary-General's Mechanism (UNSGM) to investigate biological weapons. The World Organisation for Animal Health (OIE) provides vital expertise for these scientific missions.

    Area of Science:

    • Biosecurity
    • International Relations
    • Public Health

    Background:

    • The United Nations Secretary-General's Mechanism (UNSGM) requires expert fact-finding for biological weapons investigations.
    • The UNSGM's effectiveness in verifying and deterring biological weapons use is critical.
    • The World Organisation for Animal Health (OIE) collaborates with the UN Office for Disarmament Affairs.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To highlight the importance of expert involvement in UNSGM investigations.
    • To emphasize the OIE's role in supporting the UNSGM.
    • To underscore the significance of animal health expertise in biological weapons verification.

    Main Methods:

    • Review of the UNSGM's operational requirements.
    • Analysis of the OIE's memorandum of understanding with the UN.
    Keywords:
    Agent pathogeneArme biologiqueConvention sur l'interdiction des armes biologiquesExpertMedecine veterinaireOie (organisation mondiale de la sante animale)Onu (organisation des nations unies)SyrieTerrorisme biologiqueToxine bacterienneZoonose

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  • Examination of OIE expert participation in training and readiness for deployment.

    • Main Results:

    • Qualified experts using scientific approaches enhance UNSGM credibility.
    • The OIE's expertise in animal-origin biological agents is paramount.
    • OIE experts have been trained and are available for UNSGM missions since 2014.

    Conclusions:

    • The OIE's involvement is essential for the UNSGM's success in investigating alleged biological weapons use.
    • Trained OIE experts strengthen the UNSGM's capacity as a deterrent.
    • International cooperation through mechanisms like the UNSGM and OIE is vital for global security.