U.N. plastic pollution talks in Busan seek last-chance deal to curb waste

Efforts toward a pact could be hindered by gas producers, U.S. election of Trump

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The Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee on Plastic Pollution meeting in Busan, South Korea, is aiming for a deal to cut plastic pollution, including in marine environments. © Kyodo

STEVEN BOROWIEC, Nikkei staff writer

SEOUL -- Delegates from around the world are convening this week in the South Korean coastal city of Busan for the last meeting tasked with agreeing to a binding international instrument to cut plastic pollution, including in marine environments.

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