Basel Convention on the Control of Transboundary Movements of Hazardous Wastes and Their Disposal

The Basel Convention is an international treaty designed to manage and reduce the movement of hazardous waste between countries. It aims to protect human health and the environment from the dangers posed by improper disposal of such waste. The treaty encourages countries to minimize waste generation and promote environmentally sound management practices. It also ensures that hazardous waste is disposed of in a safe and responsible manner, ideally within the country where it was produced, reducing the risks of pollution or mishandling in poorer nations.