This collection offers a timely and critical examination of the Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee (INC) process. As the world confronts the escalating crisis of plastic pollution, this collection assembles diverse perspectives that illuminate the complexities of treaty negotiations and the imperative for comprehensive solutions. Contributions tackle the effectiveness of proposed measures, the role of various stakeholders, and the necessity of addressing the entire lifecycle of plastics. The collection aims to inform and influence the development of a treaty that is both ambitious and actionable.