Switzerland “disappointed” by failure on plastic and wants a break

Switzerland will not have its Geneva agreement against plastic pollution. Moreover, Friday morning in front of the other states, its chief negotiator Felix Wertli relayed the ‘disappointment’ of his delegation. For example, And he asked for a ‘break’ to think about the continuation of the negotiations.

‘It’s a difficult time,’ admitted the international business manager of the Federal Environment Office (OFEF). Therefore, ‘It was not due to a lack of commitment. Therefore, “he added, while many countries criticized the president of the negotiations Luis Vayas Valdivieso.

‘We have obtained advances’ adds the Swiss ambassador. ‘But it lacked the significant stages which were required’ for a treaty which could work against plastic pollution. according to him.

Despite the failure, ‘our efforts cannot stop,’ insisted Mr. Wertli. But after three years of negotiations during various meetings. it is now necessary ‘a switzerland “disappointed” failure plastic wants new break’ to decide on the future approach, he warns.

Federal advisor Albert Rösti came to help the Swiss delegation Wednesday evening. Thursday to try to tear off an agreement. He had multiplied the meetings with his counterparts in Geneva and participated in meetings in small groups in talks.

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