RT null T1 Australia's written submission on the potential options for element towards an international legally binding instrument to end plastic pollution, including in the marine environment A1 Australia, YR 2023 FD 2023-02-13 LK https://wedocs.unep.org/handle/20.500.11822/41817 UL https://wedocs.unep.org/handle/20.500.11822/41817 NO This submission outlines Australia’s proposed elements for a legally binding instrument to end plastic pollution. It recommends a full life cycle approach, core obligations supporting a safe circular economy, and measures on production, design, waste management, and harmonized standards. It also proposes national action plans, scientific mechanisms, reporting, compliance, capacity building, technology transfer, finance, and stakeholder engagement. DS UN Environment Document Repository RD Sep 22, 2026