Bangladesh, Oct. 14 -- The government on Tuesday launched the National Plastic Action Partnership (NPAP) to coordinate efforts by government agencies, businesses, development partners and civil society to tackle plastic pollution and promote a circular economy.

Environment, Forest and Climate Change Minister Abdul Awal Mintoo formally launched the initiative at a city hotel, stressing the need for stronger coordination and effective enforcement of plastic waste management policies.

The partnership brings together the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC), the Department of Environment (DoE), UNDP Bangladesh and the World Economic Forum's Global Plastic Action Partnership (GPAP).

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