The use of biological weapons is universally prohibited. Even mere allegations that such weapons had been used can have grave consequences on international security, global health, and societal peace. Such allegations therefore need to be investigated independently and in a scientifically sound manner. Currently, the only available international mechanism to do so is the UN Secretary-General's Mechanism for Investigation of Alleged Use of Chemical and Biological Weapons (UNSGM). In the new PRIF Report 7/2024 “Investigation of Alleged Use of Biological Weapons – Strengthening the UN Secretary-General's Mechanism”, the authors Una Jakob, Stefan Kloth and Ines Mergler describe how the UNSGM works. They also outline current challenges for the UNSGM and show possible avenues to strengthen it.
Bibliographic record
Jakob, Una; Kloth, Stefan; Mergler, Ines. “Investigation of Alleged Use of Biological Weapons – Strenghtening the UN Secretary-General's Mechanism” PRIF Report, 13.03.2025
