Negotiators push for landmark treaty to tackle plastic pollution at UN talks in South Korea

Negotiators are meeting in Busan, South Korea, for the final round of talks on a treaty to combat plastic pollution. This agreement aims to be the first legally binding international effort to reduce plastic production and waste. Countries are divided on the treaty's goals. Some are advocating for a focus on cleaning up existing pollution, while others, including the UK, support binding commitments to reduce plastic production and improve waste management. Major companies like Mars, Tesco, and Unilever have backed the treaty, calling for measures to achieve sustainable production levels and address harmful chemicals. The goal is to end plastic pollution by 2040.