U.S. seeks to protect American interests and businesses at plastics treaty talks

Under President Donald Trump's leadership, the United States has withdrawn from international negotiations and commitments, particularly around climate. But the U.S. is very much involved in treaty talks for a global accord to end plastic pollution.

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Under President Donald Trump's leadership, the United States has withdrawn from international negotiations and commitments, particularly around climate

But it is very much involved in treaty talks for a global accord to end plastic pollution

Nations kicked off a meeting Tuesday in Geneva to try to complete a landmark treaty over 10 days to end the spiraling plastic pollution crisis

The State Department says engaging in the negotiations is a critical opportunity for the United States to continue protecting its interest