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TESS argues that the success of a global plastic pollution treaty depends on a holistic financing pillar that secures resources from all domestic and international sources, ensures fair burden-sharing across the plastic value chain, and provides predictable support for developing countries. The statement notes that the draft revised treaty text already includes elements of this approach, such as the polluter pays principle, options for a dedicated multilateral fund, and mechanisms to align fiscal incentives and catalyze private sector investment.

The document analyzes the MARPOL negotiations to clarify what constitutes "normal operations of a ship," finding that the term was never formally defined and does not encompass industrial processes conducted onboard vessels.

The document outlines the three pillars of the NPT—non-proliferation, disarmament, and peaceful use of nuclear energy—and examines the specific role of African States within this framework. It highlights the importance of the Treaty of Pelindaba in establishing Africa as a nuclear-weapon-free zone and discusses the challenges facing the NPT, including non-compliance by states like North Korea and Iran. The guide provides recommendations for African countries to engage in the 2010 Review Conference to ensure access to peaceful nuclear technology while preventing military diversion.