Total ban to take effect in 2025 as authorities try to reduce environmental damage
Thailand generates about 2 million tonnes of plastic waste annually, of which only about a quarter is recycled, according to the government. (Photo: Less Plastic Thailand)
Thailand has begun restricting plastic waste imports and will ban scrap shipments of the material starting in 2025, the government said in a statement on Tuesday.
The decision approved by the cabinet comes as officials seek to halt a flood of waste from rich countries that has affected the health of citizens and polluted the country’s air and water.
From this year, plastic waste imports will be restricted to 14 manufacturers located in free trade…
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