Global Plastic Treaty Talks: Who’s Protecting America’s Interests?

In Geneva this week, nations convened once again to negotiate a so-called landmark treaty aimed at ending the spiraling crisis of plastic pollution. This marks the sixth round of talks, yet the central debate remains unresolved: should the treaty enforce cutting plastic production – a move opposed by powerful oil-exporting countries and supported by many others worldwide? Behind this standoff lies a complex clash between environmental concerns and national interests, with American sovereignty and economic freedom hanging in the balance. Is Washington Prepared to Defend American Prosperity? The majority of plastics originate from fossil fuels, an industry deeply tied to...