Nations finalize treaty negotiations in South Korea to combat plastic pollution

Nations are concluding treaty negotiations in Busan, South Korea, aimed at addressing the global plastic pollution crisis. The talks, which end this weekend, focus on reducing plastic production and the harmful chemicals used in plastic products. Environmental groups, including Greenpeace, are advocating for stronger measures. They emphasize the need for a legally binding agreement to limit plastic production, as current levels are projected to rise significantly by 2040. Panama is leading efforts to include production limits in the treaty, supported by over 100 countries. The U.S. also backs addressing plastic supply in the agreement, as less than 10% of plastics are currently recycled.