Malaysia Continues to Rely on Diplomacy to Tackle Transboundary Haze
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Malaysia will continue to depend on diplomacy to deal with transboundary haze pollution. This was stated because the ASEAN Agreement on Transboundary Haze Pollution has been found to lack enforcement powers. The haze issue remains a concern because its smoke frequently spreads to neighbouring countries and affects public health as well as air quality.
The agreement is a cooperative arrangement among ASEAN member states to reduce open burning and air pollution that travels from one country to another. However, the agreement does not allow ASEAN countries to take legal action against any country that violates it. Therefore, each country must cooperate voluntarily and negotiate to find solutions.
In this situation, Malaysia has chosen to continue negotiations and cooperation with its neighbouring countries. This approach is believed to help build trust and strengthen shared commitment in addressing the haze. Authorities are also continuing monitoring and prevention efforts within the country.
In conclusion, transboundary haze remains a major challenge for the ASEAN region. Although the existing agreement lacks enforcement powers, Malaysia stresses that diplomacy and regional cooperation remain the foundation in efforts to resolve this problem. The public is advised to always monitor air quality levels and take precautions when haze occurs.
Sources: The Malaysian Reserve
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