Countries fail to reach agreement in UN plastic talks

Countries failed to agree on a global treaty to curb plastic pollution at the UN’s INC-5 meeting in Busan, South Korea. Over 100 nations supported capping plastic production, while a few oil-producing countries, like Saudi Arabia, resisted, focusing only on managing waste. Key issues, such as production caps, chemical safety, and financing for developing countries, caused deep divisions. Talks will resume later, with negotiators emphasizing the urgency of addressing the crisis as plastic production is projected to triple by 2050. Some fear future negotiations may also stall due to entrenched disagreements and procedural delays.

Source : CGTN