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Microplastics in Coastal Aquaculture Systems: Development of Regulatory Frameworks, Practices and Mitigation Efforts in APEC Economies
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This report reviewed the status of microplastic pollution in coastal aquaculture systems across Asia-Pacific economies and assessed existing regulatory frameworks and mitigation practices. Seafood consumers are directly exposed to microplastics through contaminated shellfish and fish, making aquaculture regulation an important food safety issue.
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