MDP slams plastic-straw reversal

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The opposition Maldivian Democratic Party (MDP) on Tuesday criticised the government’s decision to re-allow the import of plastic straws, describing the move as an environmental setback and an insult to Maldives’ international reputation in global environmental forums. President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu recently re-authorized the import of plastic straws and extended the deadline for banning plastic bottles between 0.5 litres and 1