The international protocol to phase out persistent organic pollutants (POPs) is an opportunity to direct additional financial and technical assistance toward the control of malaria while reducing reliance on DDT. In addition to funding mechanisms, the POPs treaty will contain specific provisions relative to DDT. This presentation will describe the current status of the POPs negotiations and the proposals for addressing DDT.
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Organization/institution whose products or services will be discussed: None
I do not have any significant financial interest/arrangement or affiliation with any organization/institution whose products or services are being discussed in this session.