Negotiations for a global treaty to address plastic pollution have failed to reach an agreement after six rounds in almost three years. Delegates expressed disappointment over the deadlock, emphasizing the division between countries advocating for production caps and oil-producing states favoring waste management. The latest round of talks in Geneva was expected to finalize the treaty but ended without success, despite efforts to negotiate into the night. The necessity of this treaty for current and future generations was highlighted by delegates from several countries, including a call for urgent action from Cuba's representative.
Several delegates expressed dismay over a prolonged deadlock in negotiations towards a legally binding treaty aimed at addressing plastic pollution, which has persisted for nearly three years.
Countries remain sharply divided in their approaches, with some advocating for stringent limits on plastic production and others, particularly oil-producing nations, favoring waste management strategies.
Cuba's delegate mentioned that negotiators missed a significant opportunity during this round but emphasized the necessity of continued efforts, stating that future generations depend on having this treaty.
The INC meeting in Geneva brought together over 1,000 delegates from at least 180 countries, all aiming to finalize a comprehensive agreement to combat plastic pollution.
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