Eco-justice Ethiopia is proud to be in Busan, South Korea, actively following and supporting the negotiations at the fifth session of the Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee (INC-5). This crucial process aims to develop a new International Legally Binding Instrument to address the full lifecycle of plastics and combat plastic pollution.
So far, INC-5 has seen significant efforts to push forward with the negotiations. However, there is a palpable sense of urgency among delegates and observers to achieve the ambitious goals set in Nairobi in 2022. The mid-week stocktake highlighted the need for a decisive shift in negotiations to move away from business as usual and ensure a robust and effective treaty.
Eco-justice Ethiopia, as a UNEP accredited NGO, has managed to register three participants in this round, enabling advocates from Ethiopia, Senegal, and Tunisia to be part of INC-5. We are also collaborating within the well-oiled, smooth machine CSO coalition at the Africa level and globally.
Eco-justice Ethiopia stands with the Africa Group and other supportive nations, advocating for a comprehensive financial mechanism that addresses the needs of all Parties, particularly developing countries. We believe that a strong, legally binding treaty with global rules is essential to tackle plastic pollution and promote a sustainable future.
Stay tuned for more updates as we continue to support and engage in this critical process. Together, we can make a difference!