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Marine Debris Management and Policies Against Plastic Pollution in Japan and in South East Asia
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This report covers Japan's marine plastic waste countermeasures and policies presented at an international conference on marine plastic pollution in Taiwan. The presentation highlighted Japanese government initiatives and community-level programs alongside contributions from US and Korean experts on addressing plastic pollution.
IGES's Hotta presented on Japan's marine plastic waste countermeasures and policies at an international conference on marine plastic pollution hosted by Ocean Conservation Administration in Taiwan. This conference featured contributions from government officials and experts from Japan, the United States, and Republic of Korea, primarily focusing on presentations and discussions regarding research outcomes and progress in community-level initiatives.
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