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flag UAE bans most single-use plastics starting Jan 1, 2026, to protect environment and advance circular economy.

flag Starting January 1, 2026, the UAE will ban single-use plastics including cups, lids, cutlery, plates, straws, stirrers, Styrofoam containers, and plastic bags under 50 microns, regardless of material. flag Exemptions cover export goods, recycled domestic products, medicine and refuse bags, thin food wraps, and large reusable bags. flag The move, enforced by the Ministry of Climate Change and Environment, supports the UAE’s circular economy goals and environmental protection efforts. flag It follows a 2024 phase that banned plastic shopping bags. flag Officials stress shared responsibility and cooperation to reduce pollution and safeguard ecosystems.

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