Global Plastic Treaty
▪ The Global Plastic Treaty is an international initiative launched under the United Nations Environment Assembly (UNEA) in 2022 to address the escalating issue of plastic pollution.
▪ It aims to establish legally binding measures for managing the entire lifecycle of plastics, including their production, usage, recycling, and disposal.
▪ The treaty focuses on:
✓ Reducing plastic production to curb the supply of new plastics.
✓ Encouraging recycling and reuse to minimise waste.
✓ Managing hazardous chemicals associated with plastics.
✓ Eliminating harmful practices such as open dumping and burning of plastic waste.
