India, July 1 -- Delegates at the Basel Convention's OEWG-15 in Geneva advanced technical work on e-waste, textiles and hazardous waste.

They agreed to strengthen the Prior Informed Consent system as new waste streams are added.

However, deep divisions over the Convention's role in plastic pollution and ship recycling limited progress.

This prompted compromise decisions and deferring key debates to COP18 in Panama in 2027.

Countries meeting under the Basel Convention advanced work on electronic waste, textile waste and hazardous waste management, while remaining divided over the convention's future role in addressing plastic pollution. Delegates agreed to continue strengthening the Prior Informed Consent (PIC) system for the transboun...