What's happened
Negotiations for a global treaty to end plastic pollution have stalled as delegates failed to reach a consensus on advancing the draft.
Why it matters
The stalling tactics employed by oil-producing countries in the negotiations for a global plastic pollution treaty are significant as they hinder progress in addressing the urgent issue of plastic pollution. The outcome of the negotiations has been criticized by environmental advocates, highlighting the need for stronger action to combat plastic pollution.
What the papers say
The negotiations for the global plastic pollution treaty have stalled as oil-producing countries employed stalling tactics to weaken the treaty, according to The Independent. Environmental advocates have criticized the outcome of the negotiations, stating that they have failed to deliver on their promise. The AP News also reports on the stalling tactics employed by oil-producing governments, which have been seen as an attempt to weaken the treaty. The Independent and AP News highlight the contrasting opinions between oil-producing countries and environmental advocates in the negotiations.
How we got here
The negotiations for a global treaty to end plastic pollution have been ongoing, with the aim of creating the first international, legally binding treaty on plastic pollution. The draft of the treaty has become longer and more difficult to advance during the negotiations. Oil-producing countries have been accused of employing stalling tactics to weaken the treaty.
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