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Abstract
This study is a contemporary study that provides an analysis of the role of UNEP in
addressing marine plastic debris pollution in the East Asian Seas (EAS). This study aims to
explain the causes and impacts of marine plastic debris pollution in the EAS. The excessive
use of plastic and poor waste management systems are common factors causing marine
plastic debris pollution in the EAS. These have caused a lot of damage and losses to the
marine and coastal environment of the EAS. UNEP as the leading global environmental
authority is concerned to address marine plastic debris pollution in the EAS.
This research was developed based on the framework of pluralism perspective that
is supported by the theory of international organization and environmentalism, as well as
the level of analysis using international organization as the main actor in international
relations. The concept leads to qualitative methods and the study of literature as a source
of information.
The roles of UNEP are as a catalyst, advocate, educator and facilitator. The roles
of UNEP can be seen from the efforts it has made regionally and globally which have
significant impacts in the East Asian Seas.
Keywords: Marine Plastic Debris, Seas Pollution, Role, UNEP, East Asian Seas