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UN Restarts Talks for Global Plastics Treaty

Why in the News ?

The UN has resumed negotiations in Geneva with delegates from 180 countries to forge a legally binding treaty on plastic pollution after talks failed in Busan in 2023. The urgency stems from its impact on health, biodiversity, and ecosystems.

Fresh Diplomatic Push to Curb Plastic Crisis:

  • The 10-day UN-led negotiations in Geneva mark a renewed effort to address the global plastic pollution crisis.
  • Luis Vayas Valdivieso, Chair of the talks, warned of plastic’s severe toll on ecosystems, oceans, and human health.
  • The talks come after a deadlock in Busan (2023), where oil-producing nations blocked consensus.
  • Inger Andersen, Executive Director of UNEP, noted strong diplomatic efforts and optimism among many countries for a deal.
  • Over 400 million tonnes of plastic are produced annually, half of it being single-use, posing a severe global threat.

Challenges in Reaching Global Consensus

  • The path to a treaty remains difficult, with divergent interests between oil-producing nations and environmental advocates.
  • Talks aim to reach a legally binding agreement by end of 2024, including marine pollution controls.
  • Past efforts were hampered by geopolitical divisions and economic concerns around plastics and fossil fuels.

Microplastics refer to plastic fragments less than 5mm in size, dangerous to marine life and human health.

●  India’s Plastic Waste Management Rules (Amended 2021) ban certain single-use plastics.

Treaty aims align with SDG 12 (Responsible Consumption) and SDG 14