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flag Oil-producing nations block global plastic treaty talks, opposing production limits and risking human health.

flag Talks for a global plastic pollution treaty are stuck due to opposition from oil-producing countries, who reject limits on plastic production, favoring waste management solutions instead. flag This stance conflicts with the initial goal of addressing the entire life cycle of plastic. flag The World Health Organization warns that without a strong treaty, plastic pollution will pose significant risks to human health. flag Environmental groups urge for stricter measures, while the US opposes production caps, complicating global efforts to address the growing plastic crisis.

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