EU and China finalize a 2024 roadmap on plastics, battery chains, and remanufacturing for the circular economy. Commissioner Sinkevičius emphasizes global collaboration for sustainability amidst challenges like climate change and biodiversity loss.

The EU's 8th Environment Action Programme mid-term review highlights progress in climate action with a 32.5% GHG reduction since 1990. However, challenges remain in meeting 2030 and 2050 goals. Circular economy efforts are underway, but pollution, biodiversity, and climate change impacts require con