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Reuters reveals UN treaty must tackle production of problematic plastics, Japan says

30 November 2022, 8:56 pm. 1 minute

Reuters exclusively reported that a proposed United Nations plastic waste treaty must consider putting restrictions on the most problematic plastics, Japan’s lead negotiator told Reuters, marking the first time the country has suggested it would support curbs on plastic production.

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Topics of Interest: Environment

Type: Reuters Best

Sectors: Climate Change

Regions: Asia

Countries: Japan

Win Types: Exclusivity

Story Types: Exclusive / Scoop

Media Types: Text

Customer Impact: Major Global Story

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