Global Negotiations on Plastic Waste Reduction

SOURCE npr.org
Negotiators from 170 countries are nearing a deal on a global treaty to cut plastic waste, with environmentalists pointing out the plastic industry's resistance to an effective accord. The U.S. and major oil producers like Russia and Saudi Arabia have been criticized for hindering negotiations.

Key Points

  • Negotiators from 170 countries are close to reaching a deal to reduce plastic waste
  • Major oil producers like Russia and Saudi Arabia criticized for hindering negotiations
  • The U.S. and other countries urged to reduce plastic production and support global limits

Pros

  • Nearing a deal on a global treaty to cut plastic waste
  • Countries showing willingness to compromise and reduce plastic production

Cons

  • Plastic industry resistance to an effective accord
  • Some countries blocking crucial measures like a global limit on new plastic production