Delegates at the plastic summit were unable to agree on a treaty aimed at combating plastic pollution. They were deadlocked over issues regarding the reduction of plastic production and the establishment of legally binding controls on toxic chemicals. Luis Vayas Valdivieso presented two drafts, which were not accepted by the delegates from 184 countries. Frustration was voiced by Palau on behalf of small island developing states, emphasizing their minimal contribution to the crisis. European commissioner Jessika Roswall pointed out that higher expectations existed for the meeting, noting that the draft could still serve as a basis for future sessions.
Negotiators left the plastic summit without a treaty, failing to reach an agreement on reducing plastic production and implementing legally binding controls on toxic chemicals.
Luis Vayas Valdivieso presented two drafts of treaty text in Geneva, but delegates from 184 countries could not agree on using either as a basis for negotiation.
Palau, representing 39 small island developing states, expressed frustration over insufficient progress, stating it is unjust for these nations to bear the brunt of a crisis they minimally contribute to.
European commissioner Jessika Roswall emphasized the need for higher expectations, stating that while the draft fell short, it could serve as a good basis for future negotiations.
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