Strategy to Embrace the Impact and Challenges of Marine Plastic Pollution in Malaysia: An Overview
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Surindram Krishnaraja [1] ; Izyan Munirah Mohd Zaideen [1] ; Masha Menhat [1] ; Rudiah M. Hanafiah [1] ; Norhafiza I. Yatim [2] ; Nor Azman Kasan [2]
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[1] Universiti Malaysia Terengganu
Universiti Malaysia Terengganu
Malasia
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[2] Higher Institution Centre of Excellence (HICoE), Institute of Tropical Aquaculture and Fisheries, Universiti Malaysia Terengganu
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- Localización: Thalassas: An international journal of marine sciences, ISSN 0212-5919, Vol. 42, Nº. 2, 2026
- Idioma: inglés
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Resumen
This review discusses the pervasive nature of plastics and the substantial threat that plastic pollution poses to marine ecosystems in Malaysia. Employing a descriptive analysis of secondary data, including national reports, policy papers and scientific articles, this study evaluates the extent of plastic pollution and the efficacy of existing regulatory frameworks in Malaysia. The findings highlight the serious impacts of plastic accumulation in marine ecosystems, driven by the non-biodegradable nature of plastics. Key regulatory strategies include strengthening legislation, implementing public education programmes, enforcing bans and fines, promoting recycling and reuse, offering voluntary rewards and tax benefits, and enhancing management systems. These strategies are critical to improving Malaysia’s response to marine plastic pollution. The study shows that a coherent regulatory framework, supported by collaborative efforts, is essential for long-term sustainability and marine biodiversity conservation
