More than 3,300 people participated in this important session, which began on 25 November, including representatives of more than 170 countries and more than 440 observer organizations. agreed to a “Chairman’s Draft” prepared by Ecuador’s Ambassador, Luis Via Valdivieso, as the basis for future negotiations.
Will work. Clear commitments In the closing session, Inger Andersen, Executive Director of the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP), while acknowledging the progress made in the talks, highlighted remaining challenges. He said, “The global commitment to end plastic pollution is clear, and cannot be denied. At the talks in Busan, we are very close to agreeing on a legally binding global treaty that will protect our health, environment, And will protect the future from the devastating effects of plastic pollution.” He said that although there has been “excellent progress” in Busan, there remain “persistent differences” in some key areas. “Negotiators, “We have succeeded in achieving better mutual understanding on the framework and elements of the draft treaty, including on countries’ positions and common challenges.” “But it is clear that differences remain on some important issues and these areas need to be addressed. More time is needed.” The INC will resume discussions in 2025, with the location to be announced at a later date. Adequate time is needed. INC President Luis Vías Valdivieso said the committee’s “mandate has always been ambitious.” He said, “Ambition takes time to be realized. Busan has firmly placed us on the path to success.” Luis Vías Valdivieso said, “I call on all delegations to Keep making paths, keep building bridges and keep the dialogue going… We must always remember that our cause is not only noble but also necessary. The aim is to reverse and address the serious impacts of plastic pollution on ecosystems and human health.” A Widespread ProblemThe problem of plastic pollution is a major global challenge. Every day, the equivalent of about 2,000 garbage trucks of plastic ends up in our oceans, These microplastic particles are thrown into rivers and lakes, posing a serious threat to wildlife and human health, and even to human organs and placenta. Under a treaty adopted by the United Nations Environment Assembly in 2022, efforts have been made to address the entire life cycle of plastics through a legally binding treaty on the production, design and disposal of plastics. Appropriate solutions need to be found.