South-East Asia still a magnet for illicit waste shipments, says UN report


HANOI/KUALA LUMPUR (Bernama): South-East Asia remains a significant destination for illicit waste shipments, with Europe, North America, and Asia identified as the primary regions of origin, according to a new United Nations (UN) report.

The report titled "Turning the Tide: A Look Into the European Union-to-South-East Asia Waste Trafficking Wave” highlights that illegal waste is being diverted to countries such as Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, and Vietnam, posing a significant challenge to the region.

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