There are ongoing international negotiations to establish a global treaty to tackle plastic pollution which is expected to be agreed by the end of this year. The Fifth session of the Intergovernmental Negotiation Committee (INC5) on the global plastic treaty will be held between 25 November and 1 December 2024 in Busan, Republic of Korea. The global treaty is expected to pave the way for solutions to deal with plastic waste, promote circular use, and prevent worsening environmental impacts from plastic products and use.

Looking at regime building for global actions to tackle plastic pollution, this session reviews some of the major discussion points at the INC as observed by key figures leading and supporting the negotiations. Considering the important role played by Asian countries, the session also delivers a presentation about the role played by IGES to foster regional collaboration and targeted actions in Asia.