The Basel Convention

The Basel Convention is an international treaty aimed at regulating the movement of hazardous waste across borders. Established in 1989, it seeks to protect human health and the environment by minimizing the generation of waste and ensuring its safe disposal. Countries that are part of the convention must ensure that hazardous waste is managed responsibly and is not exported to places where it could harm people or ecosystems. The treaty promotes environmentally sound waste management practices and encourages cooperation among nations to tackle global waste challenges.