Group 1 - Malaysia's enforcement agencies have intensified efforts to combat illegal electronic waste imports, with over 4 billion ringgit (approximately 685 million USD) in seized contraband from January to September 2025, marking a historical high for the period [1] - The government has implemented a "box-by-box inspection and random sampling" model at major ports to intercept illegal electronic waste and plastic waste, with a new law effective from July 2025 that bans the import of plastic waste from non-Basel Convention countries [1] - Joint operations between police and customs have conducted 7,136 maritime enforcement actions by October 2025, with electronic waste accounting for over 90% of the total value of seized contraband [1] Group 2 - Malaysia generates approximately 12 million tons of solid waste annually, with plastic pollution constituting over 30%, prompting the government to expand the ban on single-use plastic bags to various protected areas [2] - Penang state has initiated a "daily plastic-free" transition period, with measures such as distributing 100,000 eco-bags and promoting the use of natural materials for packaging, which have received public support [2] - Non-governmental organizations have suggested expanding the ban to include other single-use plastics and called for a comprehensive control system, while the Malaysian Grocers Association urges the government to provide alternative solutions for retailers [2] Group 3 - The federal government plans to enhance enforcement collaboration with states to ensure policy implementation and aims to include solid waste management as a core issue in ASEAN regional cooperation [3] - Research is underway to assess the feasibility of a complete ban on single-use plastic bags, with future policies promoting biodegradable materials and integrating green development concepts into daily life [3]
严查电子垃圾进口 扩大禁塑令范围 马来西亚加强治理固体废物污染
Ren Min Ri Bao·2026-01-05 22:33