Session 5: Turning the tide:- Preventing Plastic Pollution in Pacific Island Countries & Territories

Abstract

The Environment Investigation Agency, WWF Pacific, Centre for International Environmental Law and Massey University will bring together panelists to discuss key gaps in current frameworks governing plastics and highlight the role Pacific islands states play as champions for a global Convention to combat plastic pollution, supporting action at global, regional and national levels. moderator Alfred Ralifo will challenge the panelists to consider ways to elevate the Pacific Islands perspective as champions in key international fora in 2021/2022.