CLEAN : UN-OPCW urges Syria to speed up destructio

The transcript discusses the challenges faced in meeting the deadline for the destruction and removal of harmful chemical agents from Syria, including external factors like strikes and weather. Despite these challenges, there is confidence in meeting the June 13, 2014 deadline. The importance of accelerating efforts and maintaining constructive cooperation at both political and technical levels is emphasized.

What were some of the challenges mentioned in the video that could affect the deadline?

• Shortage of skilled workers

• Political instability in Europe

• Lack of funding

• Strikes at Lebanese customs and weather conditions

By what date is the deadline set for the destruction and removal of harmful chemical agents from Syria?

• August 15, 2014

• June 13, 2014

• July 1, 2014

• May 30, 2014

What is the main focus as the deadline approaches?

• Increasing efforts and cooperation

• Reducing costs

• Expanding the project scope

• Hiring more staff

What type of cooperation is highlighted as constructive in the video?

• Political and technical

• Economic and social

• Cultural and educational

• Environmental and legal

What is the significance of the acceleration and intensification of efforts mentioned in the video?

• To increase public awareness

• To reduce the budget

• To ensure the deadline is met

• To improve international relations