Pakistan is strengthening regional collaboration on global plastic pollution, as Federal Minister for Climate Change and Environmental Coordination Dr. Musadik Malik met with representatives from several Middle Eastern and Central Asian countries during international negotiations in Geneva. The discussions centered on building consensus for a fair and effective global treaty aimed at tackling plastic pollution, especially its impact on developing nations.
At the Fifth Session of the Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee on Plastic Pollution, Pakistan engaged with delegations from Saudi Arabia, Qatar, the United Arab Emirates, Kazakhstan, Iran, Azerbaijan, Algeria, and Kuwait. The meetings focused on forging partnerships to support the creation of a global plastics agreement, with an emphasis on championing circular economy solutions that reduce waste and promote recycling.
Another key topic was mobilizing financial and technical resources to help countries most affected by plastic pollution manage the crisis more effectively. Developing nations, which often bear the brunt of environmental consequences, were highlighted as needing enhanced support to combat the growing problem of plastic waste.
These diplomatic efforts are part of Pakistan’s broader strategy to encourage equitable global environmental action, bring together regional partners, and solidify alliances for sustainable solutions. By advocating collective action and resource-sharing, Pakistan aims to ensure that international environmental agreements address the needs and challenges faced by the Global South.
