Jakarta, Aug. 16 -- Environment Minister Hanif Faisol Nurofiq reaffirmed Indonesia's commitment to playing a central role in global efforts against plastic pollution and pushing for the immediate conclusion to negotiations on a relevant global treaty.

According to a statement received on Saturday, Nurofiq raised the issue in Geneva, Switzerland, during the second part of the fifth session of the Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee (INC-5.2), which is tasked with developing an internationally legally binding instrument on plastic pollution.

"There must be inclusive and fair negotiations that respect the unique conditions of every country, especially developing nations, as they require technological, financial, and investment support ...