Countries debate plastic production limits at Busan summit

Negotiations for a treaty to address plastic pollution are ongoing at a summit in Busan, with key issues unresolved as of December 1. Countries are divided over whether to limit plastic production, with some advocating for caps and others opposing them. A draft treaty suggests future targets and potential bans on certain single-use plastics but has been criticized for relying on voluntary measures. Delegates from various nations are pushing for stronger commitments to combat plastic pollution. Consensus decision-making rules complicate the negotiations, requiring unanimous agreement for proposals. This has led to concerns that the process is stalled, as countries struggle to find common ground on effective solutions.