PH, UAE ink deal on reducing plastics in oceans

The Philippines and United Arab Emirates have signed a deal on reducing plastic waste in oceans at the World Governments Summit.

First Lady Louise “Liza” Araneta-Marcos witnessed the signing of the Memorandum of Understanding on Reducing Plastic Waste Leakage in our oceans.

“Grateful to our partners in the UAE for helping us cut marine plastic litter by 50% by 2030 and for sharing their expertise on building better waste management systems,” Marcos said.

This year's World Governments Summit convened under the theme “Shaping Future Governments.”

The Summit aims to bring together governments, international organizations, thought leaders, and private sector leaders from around the globe to foster international cooperation and identify innovative solutions for future challenges, ultimately inspiring and empowering the next generation of governments.

--Anna Felicia Bajo/ VAL, GMA Integrated News