Critical threats to oceans remain as UN inches towards plastic treaty

Muara Baru traditional seaport in Jakarta, Indonesia

Muara Baru traditional seaport in Jakarta, Indonesia Source: AAP / ADI WEDA/EPA

The United Nations has marked World Oceans Day as it takes the first global step towards a legally binding treaty to regulate plastic. Plastic pollution and climate change remain a critical threat to oceans, which cover 70 per cent of the planet.


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