UN talks on global plastic treaty fail to reach agreement in South Korea

Countries negotiating a global treaty to reduce plastic pollution failed to reach an agreement at a UN meeting in Busan, South Korea. Over 100 nations sought to cap plastic production, while a few oil-producing countries only wanted to address plastic waste. The meeting, intended to finalize a legally binding treaty, ended with key decisions postponed. Disagreements centered on production caps, management of plastic products, and financing for developing nations. A proposed treaty draft remained unresolved on sensitive issues. Negotiators expressed frustration over the lack of consensus, with some countries accused of delaying progress. Plastic production is projected to triple by 2050, raising concerns about its environmental impact.