Adopted in 2013, the convention has been signed by 128 countries and ratified by 23 nations, but needs to be ratified by 50 countries this year in order to enter into force.
Thiaw said it took decades for the world to understand the science of mercury poisoning. “But whether the exposure is through lack of choice [or] lack of awareness, the damage is the same.”
The convention will ban new mercury mines, phase out existing ones, control measures on air emissions and put into force an international regulation of the informal sector for artisanal and small-scale gold mining.
It also seeks to control the use and trade of mercury and its components and ensure sound management and treatment of contaminated sites.
http://www.dhakatribune.com/bangladesh/2016/mar/12/un-ngos-urge-world-ratify-convention-mercury
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