Global plastic treaty talks face collapse amid deep divisions
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Published: Aug 15, 2025, 01:14 IST | Updated: Aug 15, 2025, 01:14 IST
Talks in Geneva to finalise the world’s first legally binding treaty to curb plastic pollution are at risk of failure. Disputes over limits on virgin plastic production and controls on harmful chemicals threaten to derail the deal, as environmental groups warn against a watered-down pact.
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