Government delegations are negotiating in Nairobi for the first global agreement against plastic pollution.
The discussion revolves around whether targets to limit plastic production should be decided unilaterally or individually by states.
A "Zero Draft" of the agreement text presents various options, including global goals and national restrictions.
Government Delegations Convene in Nairobi to Shape First Global Treaty Addressing Plastic Pollution Crisis.
In Nairobi, government delegations are coming together to discuss the details of what could be the first global agreement to combat plastic pollution. The key focus of discussions is whether targets to restrict plastic production should be decided unilaterally or if states should choose their own targets. Environmentalists consider this the "center of ambition" for the desired agreement.
At the last negotiations in Paris, the U.S., Saudi Arabia, India, and China favored a "Paris-style" agreement where states could determine their commitments. In contrast, Africa and many developing countries preferred strong global commitments. There are indications of a potential shift in the U.S. position on this crucial issue.
A "Zero Draft" of the agreement text was published last month as the basis for negotiations, aiming to have a formal agreement in place by the end of 2024. The current talks in Kenya mark the halfway point.
