UN Plastic Treaty Talks Yield Mixed Results as Production Cap Debates Intensify

Negotiations in Ottawa conclude with progress on treaty draft but fail to address new plastic production, setting stage for critical discussions in Busan.

The latest round of UN negotiations on a global plastic treaty ended with advancements in drafting the treaty but left production limits unresolved.
Environmental advocates express disappointment as high-ambition countries like Canada do not push for production caps in upcoming intersessional meetings.
Countries divided on treaty scope, with oil and petrochemical producers opposing production limitations while others advocate for comprehensive measures.
US remains non-committal, avoiding firm stances on production caps while focusing on national strategies over global mandates.
Final negotiations are scheduled for November in Busan, South Korea, with significant pressure to finalize a binding agreement.